OpenAI on Tuesday introduced interactive learning tools inside ChatGPT designed to help explain math and science concepts, adding visual widgets and interactive models that allow students to experiment with formulas and see how results change in real time.
The new capability, which OpenAI described as interactive learning experiences, is available globally to all logged-in ChatGPT users. The feature aims to make technical subjects easier to understand by pairing explanations with interactive elements that demonstrate how formulas and relationships work.
Instead of only providing text responses, ChatGPT can now display visual models tied to a concept. For example, a question about the Pythagorean theorem will generate a triangle model where users can adjust side lengths and immediately observe how the mathematical relationship changes.
The system supports more than 70 topics in math and science, including subjects commonly studied in high school and college courses. These topics span areas such as algebra, geometry, calculus and physics.
OpenAI said the feature builds on its broader push into educational uses of AI. The company reports that 140 million people use ChatGPT each week for math and science help.
Last summer, OpenAI introduced Study Mode, a feature designed to guide users through concepts step by step so the chatbot functions more like a tutor rather than simply producing answers. The company said additional learning-focused tools are planned.
The expansion comes as debate continues over how artificial intelligence should be used in education. Some studies have suggested that students who rely on AI systems to complete assignments may not develop critical thinking skills.
Still, educators and technologists have pointed to smaller applications—such as helping explain difficult concepts—as areas where AI tools could support learning. As AI becomes more common in workplaces, some advocates argue that understanding how to use these systems effectively may also become an important skill for students.
This analysis is based on reporting from CNET.
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