Welcome to one more installment of the Jones College of Business Tech Tips. This is a holiday season, so this is the last installment of techniques for this year.
Today’s topic is about a new tool that has been placed in the market: ChatGPT. What is ChatGPT and why does it matter?
ChatGPT is an artificial intelligence tool that has been trained to interact in a conversational way. It uses advanced models to answer questions and have a conversation with the user. This tool is the product of a company called OpenAI, an artificial intelligence research and deployment company with a mission to ensure that artificial intelligence benefits humanity.
ChatGPT was made public in November and has generated a lot of headlines in the news. Some headlines are positive, while others are negative. In the area of higher education, there are various types of news. Some experts are worried about the impact of ChatGPT on teaching, while others see it as a great tool for college essays. The use of AI chatbots in education software is also a topic of discussion.
To understand how ChatGPT works, let’s take a look at a demo. By asking a question or giving a prompt, ChatGPT can generate a paper or provide information based on the artificial intelligence models it has been trained on. This tool has the potential to impact classes in various ways, but the full extent is yet to be determined.
There are different reactions to this tool. Some see it as a positive change for higher education, as it can be used to summarize papers, help with coding examples, and stimulate creativity. However, there are also concerns about cheating and the role of teachers in the face of AI technology.
As higher educators, we need to embrace technology and prepare our students for the future. We have always used technology to innovate in teaching, research, and learning. It is our responsibility to train students to use technology to advance their learning and critical thinking. While artificial intelligence is not perfect, it will continue to evolve, and it is our job to stay ahead of the curve and guide our students in using technology to enhance their careers.
Thank you for reading, and I hope you have a good holiday season.
