In an exciting session during mboRijnland’s Hackathon Week, Dr. Hani Alers, researcher at the Data Science research group and lecturer at The Hague University of Applied Sciences, introduced students and teachers to the transformative potential of AI in education. The session, focused on the use of ChatGPT in assessing student work, offered a glimpse into how AI is reshaping traditional teaching methods and assessment processes.
Dr. Alers captivated the audience by taking them on a journey through the evolution of artificial intelligence, from its early days to present-day applications like ChatGPT. The key focus of the session was an intriguing research project that explored whether AI could effectively grade exams.
Research Highlights
In the study, ChatGPT was tasked with reading a case study and evaluating student responses to open questions—tasks typically carried out by human teachers. The findings revealed a high correlation between the grades given by the AI model and those given by teachers, suggesting that ChatGPT could be a valuable tool in the assessment process.
However, the session also sparked an important conversation: Who grades more accurately? Can AI surpass human judgment in certain contexts? The workshop left participants questioning whether AI might offer a more consistent and objective form of evaluation, challenging the traditional methods employed by educators.
An Eye-Opening Experience for Students and Teachers
For many students, this workshop was an eye-opener. They gained valuable insights into the use of AI in education, particularly how tools like ChatGPT are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in automated learning environments. For teachers, the session provided a deeper understanding of how AI could enhance their work, freeing up time and offering new ways to approach student assessments.
The event underscored the potential of AI to assist educators in ways that not only streamline the grading process but also open doors for more personalized, real-time feedback for students.
Looking Ahead: AI in Education and Beyond
This session is part of a broader conversation on the integration of data science and AI into educational practices, exploring how these technologies can be used to foster innovation, efficiency, and inclusivity in learning environments. The future of AI in education promises both opportunities and challenges, and events like this hackathon help students and educators alike stay at the forefront of this rapidly evolving field.
Read more about the hackathon event on the website of the Dutch Innovation Park