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Why Should We Embrace Generative AI?


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We recommend this article as a way to help instructors refine their policies regarding ChatGPT. Like in other courses, technical courses should have a clear policy regarding the use of ChatGPT and similar tools. We think this resource may help instructors think more about motivations for their policies.

ChatGPT can do a lot, but it still requires a human to use it effectively. Plenty of professions are starting to look for people who can do that, experts say, and hiring managers will expect applicants to display proficiency in tools like ChatGPT.

That includes skills like fact-checking and editing, as some of what ChatGPT generates is not factual or grammatically correct. Being able to judge whether something that came from ChatGPT is fact or misinformation will become essential, experts say, as will knowing how to prompt AI tools to get the best results.