Should Students Use AI in Assignments Writing?
Can Artificial Intelligence (AI) be legitimately utilized in the process of writing academic assignments?
This is a question that my institution is actively addressing through a task force aimed at determining what constitutes legitimate and illegitimate use. While the final verdict is still pending, here's my initial take, which is subject to further refinement: Employing AI for early-stage research is acceptable, but relying on AI to generate written content is ethically problematic.
My reasoning behind this stance is rooted in the purpose of education, which is to equip students with the necessary intellectual and practical skills relevant to their respective fields. In the context of Christian education, this purpose extends to shaping individuals who can understand and engage with God's creation and His teachings (Proverbs 1:1–7).
Therefore, the key question I encourage my students to ask themselves is directly tied to this purpose: Does my use of AI contribute to or hinder my personal growth as a thinker and practitioner in God's world?
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