Some GenAI tools can generate images or graphics that inspire creators for their projects. Students may be able to create illustrations, storyboards, cartoons, or other artistic media more easily than they could independently.
ChatGPT can serve as a discussion point for faculty and students to explore the benefits and limitations of artificial intelligence in their learning. Understanding and observing what is possible—and what isn't—can help students recognize how a tool like ChatGPT can both help and hinder their ability to complete assignments.
ChatGPT can initiate classroom conversations about information literacy and the origins of online information. Since ChatGPT is powered by a specific dataset with clear limitations, using it to conduct simple information searches—much like other search engine tools—can help students understand what kind of information they can and cannot find using AI.
ChatGPT can provide generative starting ideas to help students pre-write or brainstorm responses to a prompt.
ChatGPT can offer writers a template for producing writing in a particular genre (e.g., a five-paragraph essay, a cover letter, or an interview template). While the content generated may be inaccurate, the structure may reflect the expected format for the assignment or task.
