Would it be useful if ChatGPT had a "homework mode" set by teachers to follow specific assignment rules?

For example, maybe teachers could set it to allow only grammar help but not idea generation for a particular assignment.

What would this homework mode look like if the rule is simply “don’t use ChatGPT”?

Missmandy said:
What would this homework mode look like if the rule is simply “don’t use ChatGPT”?

Imagine if ChatGPT could act like a private tutor, maybe even generating step-by-step videos where you interact to move forward. Way better than just a straight answer!

@NomadNerd
Your teacher already does this in class if you pay attention.

Missmandy said:
@NomadNerd
Your teacher already does this in class if you pay attention.

Some teachers just don’t explain things well. In my math class, we literally watch YouTube videos to learn because the teacher doesn’t explain it.

@NomadNerd
It’s true, there are lazy teachers. But it’s also hard for teachers to compete with individualized content. Kids today are used to immediate, custom info on personal screens, making class lectures feel less engaging.

@Missmandy
Individual tutoring helps everyone learn better. When I tutor students, they all do well because they can ask questions and go at their own speed. Having access to that through ChatGPT would make a huge difference for a lot of students.

@NomadNerd
Classrooms were never designed for 1-on-1 teaching, and even tutoring has its limits. A good class discussion can be just as effective, especially when everyone’s involved. Mixing up teaching styles is key to keeping things interesting.

Then what would be the point?

So…like Grammarly? AI tools are here to stay, so why not require students to use GPT and submit transcripts of how they used it? Grade them on the detail in their prompts and how they verify facts.

No.

No. Students need to be taught how to use these tools, and teachers should create assignments that work with these new resources.

Stanley said:
No. Students need to be taught how to use these tools, and teachers should create assignments that work with these new resources.

Just like you don’t use a calculator until you’ve learned basic math, students should know how to do the work before using shortcuts.

Stanley said:
No. Students need to be taught how to use these tools, and teachers should create assignments that work with these new resources.

This is the way.

It’s a start.

It’s tricky to restrict ChatGPT like that since it’s built from complex stats models, not from straightforward rules. It’s like trying to tweak one part of a fish’s brain and hoping you know what behavior it’ll change.

Khanmigo already does something like this.

Not sure why students are even using ChatGPT for school… like practicing for a marathon by driving through the course instead of running. Sure, it’s easier, but it’s not the same.

It’s up to users to use AI responsibly. Restricting ChatGPT would limit helpful features like brainstorming and research.

If ChatGPT could act like a teacher rather than just a tool, that would be awesome.