Updated November 21, 2025 (the original article published December 2018) We've stepped into the future and had a talk with the resident Ai of the future....ChatGPT on the topic of whether teaching is a profession in 2025. Here's what the seer had to say: 1. Limited Professional Autonomy In many educational systems, teachers have less control over curriculum, assessment methods, and teaching strategies.They must follow standardized curricula, policies, and directives from administrators or government agencies—unlike many classic professions (e.g., medicine, law) where practitioners make independent decisions. 2. Lower Barriers to Entry in Some Regions While many countries … [Read more...]