AI Writing and Academic Integrity

The video discusses the role of technology in education, focusing on AI tools like ChatGPT. It explains how these tools function and the ethical considerations of using AI in schoolwork. The video also provides guidance for parents on discussing AI's appropriate use with their children, emphasizing the importance of authentic learning and the potential consequences of relying on AI for academic tasks.

What is one way technology is used in schools?

• To enhance the learning process

• To eliminate exams

• To replace teachers

• To reduce homework

What is the primary function of large language models like ChatGPT?

• To predict the next most probable word in a sentence

• To create new languages

• To generate images

• To translate languages

How do large language models generate text?

• By using a dictionary

• By copying text from the internet

• By predicting the next word based on previous words

• By understanding the meaning of the text

Is using AI to complete school assignments always considered cheating?

• Yes, always

• No, never

• Only if the student gets caught

• Only if the teacher has not sanctioned it

What is considered misconduct when using AI for writing?

• Using AI to check grammar

• Using AI to find sources

• Using AI to write without transparency

• Using AI to generate ideas

How does Turnitin detect AI-generated writing?

• By checking for plagiarism

• By analyzing the writing style and predicting word patterns

• By comparing it to a database of known AI texts

• By using a special AI detection software

How long has Turnitin been working to uphold academic integrity?

• 10 years

• 15 years

• 25 years

• 20 years

What should parents first ask their children about AI writing?

• If their friends use it

• If they think it is cheating

• If they have used it

• How much they know about it

Why is it important for students to engage in authentic writing?

• To save time

• To improve their handwriting

• To develop foundational learning and problem-solving skills

• To impress their teachers

What should parents emphasize about taking shortcuts with AI writing?

• It is always beneficial

• It is acceptable if not caught

• It can have negative impacts on learning

• It is a smart way to save time