AI’s New Conversation Skills Eyed for Education

The latest ChatGPT’s more human-like verbal communication has professors pondering personalized learning, on-demand tutoring and more classroom applications.

May 17, 2024, Inside Higher Ed. 

  • GPT-4o Introduction: This article discusses the launch of ChatGPT’s GPT-4o, the latest version designed to converse more human-likely, causing excitement in the educational sector1.
  • Personalized LearningHaya Ajjan from Elon University sees GPT-4o as a transformative tool for personalized learning, envisioning it as a personalized tutor, especially with its new vocal and video capabilities.
  • Educational Applications: The new features of GPT-4o, such as real-time language translationemotional voice simulation, and interruption tolerance, are expected to enhance teaching and learning experiences.
  • Cautious Optimism: While there is optimism about the potential of GPT-4o in education, experts like Darren Person from Cengage Group urge caution, emphasizing the importance of augmenting traditional learning and ensuring student and faculty safety and privacy.

The article highlights GPT-4o’s potential to revolutionize education by providing more personalized and interactive learning experiences while noting the need to consider the technology’s implications carefully.

Referanse: insidehighered.com

 

 

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