Seeing ChatGPT Through Students' Eyes: An Analysis of TikTok Data
Project Overview
The document examines the influence of generative AI, specifically ChatGPT, on education, particularly through the lens of student interactions on social media platforms like TikTok. It emphasizes the widespread promotional content showcasing ChatGPT's abilities in essay writing and coding, while also acknowledging critical viewpoints regarding its limitations and the potential threats to academic integrity. The analysis of TikTok content reveals a significant lack of discourse surrounding the drawbacks of AI-generated material, including issues of accuracy and ethical considerations. This gap highlights the urgent need for educators to provide guidance on responsible AI usage, ensuring that students can harness the benefits of generative AI while being aware of its pitfalls. Overall, the document calls for a balanced approach to integrating AI in educational settings, advocating for an informed understanding among students to navigate both the advantages and challenges presented by these advanced technologies.
Key Applications
Using ChatGPT for writing essays and generating code
Context: Tertiary education, specifically among students and educators using TikTok as a medium for learning about ChatGPT
Implementation: Analysis of TikTok videos to understand student engagement with ChatGPT
Outcomes: Increased awareness of AI capabilities and applications for academic tasks
Challenges: Concerns about academic integrity, potential misuse for cheating, and lack of critical understanding of AI limitations
Implementation Barriers
Ethical
Concerns regarding academic integrity and the potential for cheating using AI-generated content.
Proposed Solutions: Implementing responsible AI use training and discussions on ethical considerations in educational settings.
Knowledge Gap
Students may not be aware of the limitations and inaccuracies of AI-generated content.
Proposed Solutions: Incorporating discussions about AI's potential biases and risks into curricula.
Project Team
Anna-Carolina Haensch
Researcher
Sarah Ball
Researcher
Markus Herklotz
Researcher
Frauke Kreuter
Researcher
Contact Information
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Authors: Anna-Carolina Haensch, Sarah Ball, Markus Herklotz, Frauke Kreuter
Source Publication: View Original PaperLink opens in a new window
Project Contact: Dr. Jianhua Yang
LLM Model Version: gpt-4o-mini-2024-07-18
Analysis Provider: Openai