ChatGPT told me to do it...
Anyone who knows me well knows I love a good conspiracy theory and this article is bordering on that, hands up, but something is afoot!
I am already seeing resumes and cover letters that look “the same” in a strange way.
Learning
I wonder about the use of ChatGPT and how it will affect learning outcomes in the future. Not just learning, what about all marketing and sales pitches, all news articles and so on.
In my own limited trials I have already noticed a skew towards a certain narrative with many subjects.
And. What of that narrative, where does that come from, who is actually pre-training the AI in what to say. More importantly who is policing it?
I’m talking about pre-trained opinions that end up being considered as facts by some.
Have we already started to be indoctrinated into a certain way of doing things by using ChatGPT?
Will everyone who uses it eventually end up sounding the same?
"Indoctrination results when students lose the ability to assess the merits of the ideas they are studying or coming to acquire and find themselves locked into certain beliefs and assumptions in such a way that they cannot seriously consider alternative views because their minds have been closed". (William Hare, Mount Saint Vincent University, Halifax, NS, Canada )
It seems that if something is very widely believed it's easy to find compelling support for that using ChatGPT, but for marginalised beliefs and contravening evidence it is much harder to elicit a satisfactory response.
Do you think this will improve?
In some subjects around the recruiting and HR space where I work, it quotes the same potentially skewed and flawed data to support itself, always bringing you back to a directed path of thought.
Could it signify the end of free thinking for people with a reliance on AI for creativity?
I think when using it to organise or structure documents and data it is a game changer, but going deeper could lead to the disappearance of individuality. In my world standing out from sometimes 100's of other applications is vital.
Here’s some of the conversation I had with ChatGPT before writing this blog,
Me; should I write a blog about the dangers of using chatGPT when learning?
Chat;
Writing a blog about the potential dangers of using ChatGPT when learning is a valid and important topic to consider. ChatGPT, like any AI tool, has its pros and cons, and understanding these is essential for users to make informed decisions. Here are some steps and considerations to help you decide whether to write the blog:
Research and Gather Information: Conduct thorough research on the uses, benefits, drawbacks, and potential risks associated with using ChatGPT as a learning tool. Look for studies, articles, or expert opinions that discuss these aspects.
Consider Both Sides: Ensure you present a balanced view by discussing both the benefits and the potential dangers. Highlighting the advantages will provide context and help readers understand why people use ChatGPT for learning.
Discuss Ethical and Accuracy Concerns: Address ethical concerns related to misinformation, potential biases, or the dissemination of inaccurate or harmful information. Discuss how ChatGPT may inadvertently reinforce misconceptions or present biased perspectives.
Explore the Limitations: Examine the limitations of ChatGPT in terms of its ability to provide accurate, reliable, and comprehensive information. Discuss its limitations in understanding context, lack of real-time updates, and potential for generating incorrect or misleading content.
Talk About Over-Reliance: Highlight the dangers of over-relying on ChatGPT as a sole learning tool. Discuss how it can hinder critical thinking, stifle creativity, or impede the development of necessary skills for independent learning.
Provide Tips and Best Practices: Offer recommendations on how to use ChatGPT responsibly and effectively as a supplementary learning tool. Encourage critical thinking, fact-checking, and cross-referencing information obtained from ChatGPT.
Address Educational Use-Cases: Explore how educators and students can use ChatGPT in an educational context, emphasizing responsible use and integrating it into structured learning environments.
Engage with the Community: Engage with the community to gather different perspectives, experiences, and feedback related to using ChatGPT for learning. Incorporate diverse opinions and viewpoints to enrich your blog.
Consider Your Audience: Tailor the content to your target audience, considering their level of familiarity with AI technologies and their educational interests.
Publish and Promote: Once you've written the blog, proofread it thoroughly and then publish it on a platform where it can reach a relevant audience. Promote it through social media, educational forums, or other appropriate channels.
Remember to approach the topic with a balanced and objective perspective, presenting factual information and allowing readers to form their own conclusions based on the evidence you provide.
That’s just it, what if ChatGPT's research is skewed in a particular way that all the reports and studies focus on only the positives or with a particular driving narrative or ideology?
Chat
If you suspect that research or available information about ChatGPT is skewed or biased in a particular way that only emphasizes the positives or aligns with a specific narrative or ideology, it's crucial to address this concern in your blog. Here are steps to navigate this situation:
Acknowledge Potential Bias: Start by acknowledging the possibility of bias in existing research or sources. Clearly state your concern about the potential lack of a balanced view in the available information.
Advocate for Critical Analysis: Encourage readers to critically analyze and question the sources they come across, highlighting the importance of seeking diverse perspectives and understanding the potential biases that may exist.
Diversify Your Sources: Make an effort to find and include a variety of sources that present different viewpoints and experiences related to using ChatGPT. This could include academic papers, opinion pieces, user testimonials, and expert commentary.
Address the Gap: If you believe there is a lack of balanced research, strive to provide a more comprehensive view in your blog by presenting both positive and negative aspects of using ChatGPT.
Highlight Independent Studies: Focus on any independent studies or assessments that provide a more objective evaluation of ChatGPT's capabilities and limitations. Independent research often offers a less biased perspective.
Encourage Independent Verification: Encourage readers to conduct their own research, test ChatGPT, and form their own judgments based on direct experiences.
Advocate for Ethical AI Use: Emphasize the responsibility of developers, researchers, and users in ensuring that AI tools like ChatGPT are developed, used, and assessed ethically and transparently.
Promote Diverse Voices: Invite readers to share their experiences and opinions about using ChatGPT, providing a platform for a range of perspectives and experiences.
By addressing potential biases and emphasizing the need for critical analysis and a balanced understanding, you can help readers navigate the available information and form a more informed view about the use of ChatGPT for learning.
Anyway, the more I see, the more I SEE…
What do you think?