Potentiality of generative AI tools in higher education: Evaluating ChatGPT's viability as a teaching assistant for introductory programming courses
Zishan Ahmed,
Shakib Sadat Shanto,
Akinul Islam Jony
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<p>With the advent of large language models like ChatGPT, there is interest in leveraging these tools as teaching assistants in higher education. However, important questions remain regarding the effectiveness and appropriateness of AI systems in educational settings. This study evaluated ChatGPT's potential as a teaching assistant for an introductory programming course. We conducted an experimental study where ChatGPT was prompted in response to common student questions and misconcepti… Show more
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