The digital age has ushered in many technological advances, and artificial intelligence (AI) has led the charge. As departments adapt to this new wave of innovation, the academic community finds itself at a crossroads. Chatgpt, an AI tool, provides promising solutions to academic tasks, but its integration is not without challenges, especially when maintaining respected principles of academic integrity.
Dr. Saeed Awadh Bin-Nashwan of Curtin University, Dr. Mouad Sadallah of Universiti Universiti Universiti and Dr. Mohamed Bouteraa of Sabah University in Malaysia studied the issue in depth. Their groundbreaking research, introduced in the journal Social Technology, carefully examines the motivations, benefits and potential pitfalls of incorporating Chatgpt into an academic setting.
Chatgpt has great functionality. From helping ideas and literature abstracts to assisting complex research inquiries, the potential is enormous. However, the advantages that make it attractive have also attracted people’s attention. In tasks such as essay writing, there is an imminent threat to abuse it, which may inadvertently erode the foundation of academic integrity.
To shed light on this, the three conducted an exhaustive study, sourcing insights from academic professionals from platforms such as research Gate and academia. The results are inspiring. Despite the widespread recognition of Chatgpt’s efficiency and time-saving properties, its appeal exceeds convenience. Factors such as academic self-efficacy, enhancing self-esteem and reducing stress are also important factors in their charm. However, the ghostly concern of academic integrity and the influence of peers is a deterrent to the academic community in a considerable way.
One of the outstanding revelations of their research is the complex interaction between academic integrity and perceptions of Chatgpt. “The relationship between academic value and new technological tools is complex. Despite its undeniable potential, it also has the responsibility to uphold the core principles of the academia,” said Dr. Ben Nashwan.
The study also highlights the broader dilemma facing the academic community. On the one hand, undeniable AI tools have unparalleled efficiency and functionality. On the other hand, a firm commitment to academic value – integration, fairness and original ideas.
Dr. Sadara concluded their discovery and noted that “there is a balance between embracing the future and maintaining the sanctity of academic efforts. The path forward requires innovation and introspection.” Their work highlights the AI tools for academia An urgent need for comprehensive norms of moral use. As the academic landscape develops in this AI-driven era, the responsibility of institutions, educators and students is to ensure a harmonious balance between technological innovation and firm moral standards.
References: Saeed Awadh bin-nashwan, Mouad Sadallah, Mohamed Bouteraa, “Using Chatgpt in Academic Circle: Academic Integrity Hangs in Balance”, Social Technology, 2023, doi: https:///doii.org/10.1016/j. techsoccoccoce.2023.102370
About the Author
Dr. Saeed Awadh Bin-Nashwancurrently a senior lecturer at Curtin University in Malaysia, specializing in accounting, Islamic accounting and taxation. He pursued the Accounting Society of B.Sc., Hadramot University in Yemen, and then a Master’s degree in International Accounting and PhD in Accounting at Utara University, Malaysia. His teaching areas include academic writing, Islamic accounting and Islamic investment. Dr. Bin-Nashwan contributes to the study of various topics
