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New ChatGPT eyed for better learning at universities

AI in Education EditorialUpdated July 14, 20261 min readRead source
New ChatGPT eyed for better learning at universities
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Skip to main content News Tech & Innovation Artificial Intelligence Advertisement May 17, 2024 AI’s New Conversation Skills Eyed for Education The latest ChatGPT’s more human-like verbal communication has professors pondering personalized learning, on-demand tutoring and more classroom applications. By Lauren Coffey ChatGPT’s newest version, GPT-4o, aims to converse aloud in a more human way, leading educators to consider new applications for teaching and learning.

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How can ChatGPT be used in education?
ChatGPT can serve as an on-demand study partner, essay feedback tool, and concept explainer. Students use it to get plain-language explanations of complex topics, generate practice questions, and receive feedback on drafts. Teachers use ChatGPT to brainstorm lesson ideas, create differentiated materials, and draft parent communications.
Should schools allow students to use ChatGPT?
Leading education researchers and organizations like UNESCO recommend that schools develop clear, transparent policies rather than blanket bans. Allowing ChatGPT for research and brainstorming while requiring original final work teaches students to use AI responsibly — a skill they will need in virtually every career.
Is ChatGPT free for students?
Yes, ChatGPT offers a free tier at chat.openai.com that students can use without a subscription. The free version uses GPT-3.5 and has some usage limits. OpenAI also offers ChatGPT Edu, a discounted plan for academic institutions, with GPT-4o access and data privacy controls required by many schools.
What are the limitations of using ChatGPT for education?
ChatGPT can produce plausible but incorrect facts (hallucinations), lacks real-time information unless connected to browsing, and cannot replace the relational mentorship students need from teachers. It also reflects biases present in its training data, so outputs on sensitive topics require critical evaluation before classroom use.