Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Intellectual Deterioration: Exploring the Impact of ChatGPT on Students' Academic Writing Skills and Performance
Abstract
This research aims to precisely analyze the adverse effects of ChatGPT, an AI-powered writing assistant, on students' academic writing skills and performance. By thoroughly examining potential risks and drawbacks, the study seeks to provide insightful insights into the challenges posed by AI tools in the educational context. The study is conducted at Malakand University, District Dir Lower, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, with a focus on 29 departments. A purposive-cum convenient sampling technique is used to select one student from each department, resulting in a total sample size of 29. Data is collected through in-depth interviews and focus group discussions, with a strong commitment to ethical considerations to ensure the reliability and validity of the study's qualitative research methodology. Thematic analysis is employed to analyze the data, revealing that AI ChatGPT can negatively impact students' academic writing, creativity, analytical thinking, intellectual power, and linguistic proficiency, leading to increased dependency. However, the study proposes recommendations to address these challenges. By empowering students to authentically express themselves and actively engage in the writing process, fostering critical thinking and creativity, we can maintain intellectual excellence even in the age of AI technology. Encouraging responsible AI use and promoting genuine language learning opportunities will ensure academic integrity and enhance linguistic proficiency, providing a balanced approach for students to thrive in the evolving educational landscape.
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