Since the public release of ChatGPT by OpenAI in November 2022, the integration of chatbots in education has sparked considerable debate and exploration. Educators' opinions vary widely; while some are skeptical about the benefits of large language models, many see them as valuable tools.[1]
ChatGPT serves multiple educational purposes, including providing topic overviews, generating ideas, and assisting in drafting.[2] A 2023 study highlighted its greater acceptance among professors compared to students.[1] Moreover, chatbots show promise in personalized tutoring.[3]
Efforts to ban chatbots like ChatGPT in schools focus on preventing cheating, but enforcement faces challenges due to AI detection inaccuracies and widespread accessibility of chatbot technology. Banning could also hinder students' opportunities to learn effective technology usage, while straining teacher-student relationships.[2]
- ^ a b Toppo, Greg (April 8, 2023). "Teachers are embracing ChatGPT—even more than students". Fast Company.
- ^ a b Roose, Kevin (January 12, 2023). "Don't Ban ChatGPT in Schools. Teach With It". The New York Times.
- ^ Trumbore, Anne (February 22, 2023). "ChatGPT could be an effective and affordable tutor". The Conversation. Retrieved June 12, 2024.