OpenAI Plans to Introduce Chatbot Components to Online Education
OpenAI may soon incorporate chatbots into online courses. Siya Raj Purohit, a member of OpenAI’s education team, spoke at a Coeus Collective event, revealing that the company is considering ways to allow instructors to create custom "GPTs" integrated into e-learning. Purohit hopes professors will develop these tailored chatbots to facilitate lifelong learning, although this is not yet part of OpenAI’s current work, but it is on the roadmap for the future.
Custom GPTs in E-Learning: A New Way to Engage Students
Purohit highlighted that some professors have already begun uploading an entire semester’s worth of content into custom GPTs using OpenAI’s tools, providing students with an innovative way to interact with their course materials. These GPTs are designed to allow students to engage with structured knowledge and research, offering new opportunities for deeper learning.
OpenAI’s Aggressive Push into the Education Market
OpenAI views education as a significant growth opportunity. To further its expansion, the company appointed Leah Belsky, the former chief revenue officer of Coursera, as its first education general manager in September. Belsky’s mission is to bring OpenAI’s products to more educational institutions. Additionally, OpenAI launched ChatGPT Edu earlier this year, a specialized version of ChatGPT tailored for universities.
AI in Education: A Market Set to Reach $88.2 Billion by 2033
The AI in education market is predicted to grow substantially, reaching $88.2 billion by 2033. However, progress has been slow due to skepticism among educators. Many remain unconvinced by AI's role in classrooms, hindering rapid adoption.
Khanmigo: A Glimpse into AI-Enhanced Education
The custom GPTs Purohit referred to could be similar to Khanmigo, a chatbot developed by Khan Academy with OpenAI’s collaboration. Khanmigo helps students with homework, test prep, and other academic tasks, closely linked with Khan Academy’s content. However, the tool has faced challenges, such as struggling with basic math and failing to correct errors upon request.
Educators Remain Skeptical About AI in the Classroom
Despite AI advancements, many educators are still doubtful about its effectiveness. A Pew Research Center survey found that 25% of public K-12 teachers believe AI tools do more harm than good. Additionally, only 18% of K-12 educators are currently using AI in their classrooms, according to a separate poll.
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