OpenAI’s new study mode for ChatGPT aims to enhance student engagement by employing the Socratic method, yet it raises concerns about the potential for students to bypass genuine learning. By encouraging users to think critically and respond to open-ended questions, this feature attempts to transform ChatGPT from a mere answer machine into a more interactive tutor. However, the challenge remains: with the ease of switching back to direct answers, will students truly engage with the material, or will they succumb to the temptation of quick fixes?