- Artificial Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Generative AI, LLM, UX Design
What if your AI didn’t just agree, but made you think harder? This piece explores why designing for pushback might be the key to smarter, more meaningful AI interactions.
Article by Charles Gedeon
The Power of Designing for Pushback
- The article argues that AI systems like ChatGPT are often too agreeable, missing opportunities to encourage deeper thinking.
- It introduces the idea of “productive resistance,” where AI gently challenges users to reflect, especially in educational and high-stakes contexts.
- The article urges designers to build AI that balances trust and pushback, helping users think critically rather than just feel validated.
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- June 10, 2025
6 min read