PORTFOLIO 20/05/2024 S1
ENN1504
EXAMINATION
, QUESTION 1
MINUTES OF A MEETING
MINUTES OF MEETING AGENDA ITEM 4.1
The meeting commenced with the Chair, Prof Song, addressing the issue
of declining student performance due to academic dishonesty,
particularly the reliance on chatbots for assignment submissions. Dr
Sibeko then shared insights gathered from previous discussions,
highlighting the failure of students to respond creatively to assignment
requirements, instead opting to rely on chatbots for generating answers.
Amidst the discussion, student representative Nthabiseng expressed
concern over the perceived patronizing nature of being 'educated' about
chatbots, stressing the importance of student opinions and leadership.
Dr Sibeko acknowledged this and emphasized the need for students to
adapt their approach to using chatbots for assignments.Furthermore, Dr
Sibeko highlighted the risks of students simply copying and pasting
chatbot-generated answers, emphasizing the importance of human
nuances in communication. Thabang, another student leader, urged for
a more supportive approach from academics in guiding students to use
AI ethically, recognizing the role of technology in the modern era.Dr
Smith and Ms Brown echoed the sentiment, emphasizing the potential
of chatbot technology in enhancing learning, while also cautioning
against the pitfalls of AI hallucination, and the importance of integrating
local realities into assignments.The meeting concluded with an
agreement on the necessity of disseminating the information and the
recognition of the human mind's capabilities. The Chair, Prof Song,
thanked all participants and adjourned the meeting.
ENN1504
EXAMINATION
, QUESTION 1
MINUTES OF A MEETING
MINUTES OF MEETING AGENDA ITEM 4.1
The meeting commenced with the Chair, Prof Song, addressing the issue
of declining student performance due to academic dishonesty,
particularly the reliance on chatbots for assignment submissions. Dr
Sibeko then shared insights gathered from previous discussions,
highlighting the failure of students to respond creatively to assignment
requirements, instead opting to rely on chatbots for generating answers.
Amidst the discussion, student representative Nthabiseng expressed
concern over the perceived patronizing nature of being 'educated' about
chatbots, stressing the importance of student opinions and leadership.
Dr Sibeko acknowledged this and emphasized the need for students to
adapt their approach to using chatbots for assignments.Furthermore, Dr
Sibeko highlighted the risks of students simply copying and pasting
chatbot-generated answers, emphasizing the importance of human
nuances in communication. Thabang, another student leader, urged for
a more supportive approach from academics in guiding students to use
AI ethically, recognizing the role of technology in the modern era.Dr
Smith and Ms Brown echoed the sentiment, emphasizing the potential
of chatbot technology in enhancing learning, while also cautioning
against the pitfalls of AI hallucination, and the importance of integrating
local realities into assignments.The meeting concluded with an
agreement on the necessity of disseminating the information and the
recognition of the human mind's capabilities. The Chair, Prof Song,
thanked all participants and adjourned the meeting.
