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Students Are Likely Writing Millions of Papers With AI
Wired
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1y ago
Medial
A new report by Turnitin, a plagiarism detection company, reveals that students have submitted over 22 million papers that potentially used generative AI in the past year. Turnitin, which developed an AI writing detection tool, found that 11% of the papers reviewed may contain AI-written language, with 3% flagged for having 80% or more AI content. However, detecting the use of generative AI remains challenging due to the originality of the text and the multiple ways students employ the technology. The risks of false positives and bias have led some universities to pause their use of AI detection tools.
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Google Gives Students a Boost with Free Gemini Pro Access
StartupTalky
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25d ago
Medial
Google is offering Indian college students free access to its advanced AI capabilities with the launch of Gemini for Students. Eligible students, aged 18 or older, can register for a year's access to AI tools for research, writing, and studying, including the powerful Gemini 2.5 Pro model. The initiative aims to promote responsible AI exploration, providing students with extensive academic support, 2 TB of online storage, and advanced tools for project and research assistance.
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Computer science research papers show fastest uptake of AI use in writing, analysis finds - The Economic Times
Economic Times
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6d ago
Medial
Researchers analyzed over a million scientific papers and found a significant increase in the use of AI, particularly large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT, in computer science research. The fastest growth in AI usage, up to 22%, was noted in shorter papers and among authors frequently posting pre-prints, often from non-English-speaking regions. Despite this, many papers do not disclose AI use, indicating unclear policies or other motivations. AI influence is reshaping academic writing styles and vocabulary.
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A group of Oxford University students were encouraged to use AI 'thoughtfully and critically' to help them write some essays
Business Insider
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1y ago
Medial
Oxford University students were given the opportunity to use AI tools like ChatGPT to assist them in writing essays as part of a course module at the university. The purpose of the task was to teach students how to use AI responsibly and improve their essay writing skills. The use of AI tools was not included in formal assessment, but aimed at helping students produce better essays when used thoughtfully and critically. This initiative comes in light of the increasing popularity and concerns surrounding the use of AI-generated content in academia.
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Why is AI so bad at spelling?
TechCrunch
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1y ago
Medial
AI, despite its advancements, still struggles with spelling. Text-to-image generators like DALL-E often produce menu items like "taao," "burto," and "enchida." Similarly, ChatGPT, although capable of writing papers, can't come up with a ten-letter word without the letters "A" or "E." These limitations are due to the differences in underlying technology between image and text generators. While engineers can enhance these models with specific training, the complexities of language mean that spelling issues may persist. However, AI's shortcomings in spelling and image generation can be beneficial in identifying misinformation. Despite progress, AI still has room for improvement.
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Teacher, Teacher, Look Who’s Smarter—It’s Your AI Starter
Economic Times
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16d ago
Medial
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the educational landscape by revolutionizing how students learn and what they learn. It enables personalized learning through data analysis, providing customized content for individual students. AI-powered tutoring systems offer on-demand support, bridging educational gaps. AI facilitates instant feedback in writing and problem-solving through NLP applications, enhancing student engagement and confidence. Additionally, AI assists educators by automating administrative tasks, allowing them to focus more on mentoring and instructional innovation.
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How to Resist the Temptation of AI When Writing
Wired
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1y ago
Medial
Knowing how to conduct high-quality research and writing using trustworthy sources is an important skill for students, journalists, and professionals. This article provides tips on identifying credible databases, vetting information, and locating expert sources. It emphasizes the importance of verifying information, avoiding unreliable or biased sources, and staying organized with research. The article also cautions against relying too heavily on AI and ChatGPT tools, as they can introduce errors and plagiarism. Ultimately, strong and impactful writing supported by thorough research should be the goal before considering automated tools.
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Despite cheating fears, schools repeal ChatGPT bans
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Walla Walla High School in Washington state is integrating artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots, like ChatGPT, into its curriculum. The school district held a workshop on AI chatbots for educators, marking a significant shift from earlier this year when they blocked access to ChatGPT due to concerns about misinformation and cheating. Now, educators are considering how to use chatbots as tools for teaching writing, lesson planning, and creativity. The school district aims to prepare students for the AI-powered world they will inherit, recognizing the need for balancing the benefits and potential drawbacks of AI in education.
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OpenAI admits that AI writing detectors don’t work
Arstechnica
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1y ago
Medial
OpenAI has acknowledged that AI writing detectors, like those used in education, are unreliable and frequently produce false positives. The company's FAQ states that no tool has reliably distinguished between AI-generated and human-generated content. OpenAI also clarified that its ChatGPT model cannot determine if text is AI-generated and may produce random responses. Automated AI detection tools are cautioned against, and human judgment is considered more reliable for detecting AI-generated writing, especially when familiar with a student's typical style or noting tell-tale signs of AI-generated work.
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MeitY kicks off IndiaAI Mission, invites institutes to nominate students for fellowships
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology in India has launched the IndiaAI Mission with a budget of Rs 10,372 crore. They are inviting nominations from top institutes, including IITs and NITs, for students working on artificial intelligence (AI) projects. Engineering students pursuing B.Tech or M.Tech degrees from top 50 colleges will be eligible for AI fellowships, with funding ranging from Rs 1 lakh for B.Tech students to Rs 2 lakh for M.Tech students. The support will cover the duration of the project and aims to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application in AI.
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How ChatGPT Can Help You Do More With PDFs
Wired
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1y ago
Medial
OpenAI's generative AI bot, ChatGPT, now supports third-party plug-ins, providing additional functionality to users. These plug-ins, available with a ChatGPT Plus subscription, can search, summarize, and analyze PDF files. Ai PDF plug-in allows users to upload PDFs for analysis and querying. AskYourPDF plug-in enables users to upload and query PDFs, offering features like section-specific details and summaries. Doc Maker plug-in helps users create PDFs with ChatGPT's assistance, making tasks like resume creation or financial report compilation easier. ScholarAI plug-in allows users to search and query scientific papers, accessing millions of peer-reviewed PDFs for research purposes.
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