Ethical responsibility of the use of ChatGPT in university students
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ChatGPT, higher education, ethics, artificial intelligence, student perceptionAbstract
The convergence of education, technology, and ethics is transforming traditional teaching models. ChatGPT, as an artificial intelligence (AI) tool, illustrates this shift and poses significant ethical challenges. This study aimed to explore how students at the Universidad Veracruzana, Mexico, perceive the use of ChatGPT in their education and the associated ethical implications. A mixed-method approach with an explanatory sequential design was employed to obtain a comprehensive view. The findings revealed that students consider ChatGPT a valuable academic resource for its usefulness, effectiveness, and ease of use. However, they also expressed concerns regarding the tool's potential dependency, its impact on the originality of papers, and academic accountability. These results offer a relevant perspective on the role of AI in higher education and underline the need to promote its responsible use. The study contributes to the design of strategies that integrate these technologies in an ethical and effective manner, fostering innovative and responsible educational practices.
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