ChatGPT in Education: Applications, Concerns and Recommendations

Abstract

Chat Generative Pretrained Transformer (chatGPT) is a language model that enables users to engage in natural language conversations with the system through text. The model is available through an easy-to-use, free web interface with impressive capabilities, which has contributed to its rapid popularity among students. This significant interest of students in utilizing chatGPT underscores the need to understand its impact on education. This paper presents applications, concerns, and recommendations on the use of chatGPT in education. The reviewed articles highlight several educational applications, including assisting students with writing tasks and helping teachers create learning materials. However, concerns have been raised about its unregulated use among students, particularly issues related to academic integrity, privacy violations, and potential biases. Regardless, many researchers advocate for the integration of chatGPT into the education system. Some do have reservations and recommend measures, including learning goals adjustments and development of new assessment forms to embrace ChatGPT in learning. While there is a great potential of chatGPT use in education, further research is needed to fully understand its implications when used without appropriate guidance and its long-term effects on students.