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Publication: The Daily Utah Chronicle, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT
The prevailing question of whether generative AI will render students less intelligent has risen significantly since the creation of ChatGPT in 2022. Most people are aware that using AI instead of doing the work is, in turn, making students less educated.
The problem with AI was expected. Issues such as students not completing their work, privacy concerns, reduced human interaction and potential bias are all problems associated with the use of AI. Another less talked-about issue that students are experiencing is the need to tone down their writing to avoid appearing to be utilizing generative AI.
AI in education is not being used constructively. As a result, it is causing ethical and educational concerns.
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