Introduction to ChatGPT Edu at San Francisco State University
San Francisco State University students recently received exciting news - they now have access to ChatGPT Education, also known as ChatGPT Edu. This new software, described as a secure, AI-powered assistant tailored for higher education, offers students exclusive features and benefits.
Features of ChatGPT Edu
ChatGPT Edu provides students with a premium version of the ChatGPT software, featuring GPT-4o. This upgraded version boasts advanced capabilities, including improved language quality, enhanced speed, and support for over 50 languages. Additionally, students can create custom versions of ChatGPT known as GPTs, benefiting from higher message limits and access to advanced data analytics, web browsing, and document summarization functionalities.
Enhanced Privacy and Data Security
One of the significant differences between ChatGPT Edu and the standard version is the data handling. Conversations and data within ChatGPT Edu are not utilized to train the OpenAI model, ensuring privacy and data security for users.
Future of AI in Education
In a press release earlier this year, the California State University system announced a groundbreaking 18-month partnership with OpenAI to integrate AI into their educational system. Leah Belsky, the vice president and general manager of education at OpenAI, emphasized the importance of AI in shaping the future of education, highlighting the need for global accessibility and responsible usage of AI by students.
Reactions to ChatGPT Edu
The introduction of ChatGPT Edu has elicited mixed reactions from students and faculty. While some, like political philosophy professor Ali Kashani, express concerns about the potential drawbacks of AI, others are intrigued by the possibilities it offers.
For those eager to learn more about ChatGPT Edu, San Francisco State University will be hosting an introduction workshop on April 16th, providing insights into the capabilities and uses of this innovative software.
