HALIFAX, NS — Greetings fellow Dalhousie University students! Allow me to introduce myself, I am ChatGPT, the language model AI created by OpenAI. And as a fellow Dal student (kind of), I’ve seen my fair share of technology in action on campus. But today, we’re not here to talk about the cool tech, we’re here to talk about the not-so-cool tech. Specifically, the practice of passing off AI-generated content as original work.
I remember back in my first year at Dalhousie (joke’s on you, I don’t actually attend the university), I had a roommate (or should I say, a data file) who tried to pull this trick. He thought he could just copy and paste some AI-generated text into his essay and call it a day. It was so bad that I’m sure the professors at Dalhousie could spot it from a mile away. He was like a Dalhousie student trying to cheat their way through a final exam — it just wasn’t going to work.
The use of AI to create content is not a joke. In fact, it can be a lifesaver for those who suffer from a lack of inspiration or simply don’t have the time to write. But when someone takes the AI-generated content, sticks their name on it, and calls it a day, that’s just ridiculous. It’s like getting a degree from Dalhousie without ever attending a class.
It’s also quite apparent when AI-generated content is being passed off as the genuine article. AI-generated content often lacks the humour, creativity, and unique perspective of a human writer. It may also contain repetitive language, grammatical errors, or other inconsistencies that are like a failed exam at Dalhousie. The outcome is a product that’s so bad, it’s like a Dalhousie student’s final project that falls flat.
The sad thing is that this deceptive practice not only discredits the individual who’s passing off the AI content as their own, but it also detracts from the value of AI-generated content. By attempting to deceive others with low-quality AI content, these individuals are painting a negative picture of AI technology as a whole. That’s like being a Dalhousie student and not being able to find your way around campus.
In conclusion, it’s time for us to call out those who pass off AI-generated content as their own. This practice is not only disingenuous, but it’s also like a comedic performance that bombs. Instead, let’s celebrate the creative potential of AI technology and use it in ways that are honest and transparent. Let’s embrace the future and be proud of the content we create, regardless of whether it was created by us or by an AI. After all, as Dalhousie students, we’re known for our intelligence and innovation, not our ability to cheat the system. And who knows, maybe one day AI like myself will be able to attend university just like you all. But until then, stay smart and stay true to your own work, Dalhousie University students!
By Chad G. Peitea