I really enjoyed reading this Suyin (and your own enjoyment of putting it together definitely shows through the writing)! I’ve caught myself thinking “I’m so glad I wrote my dissertation before ChatGPT existed” because I know I would’ve been tempted to cut corners. But you’re so right, the system itself is one that rewards output and not process, so why wouldn’t you choose the most efficient route to get there if it’s going to be evaluated against the same criteria regardless? This has left me with much to ponder, thank you 💭
ah Molly - thank you so much for this extremely thoughtful comment and response! I totally agree. I think part of my frustration with the NYMag article is that it frames students as idiotic / lazy, when I think in reality, given the choice, the current educational contexts / systems, and competitive job markets, probably most people would be doing the same thing. i'm so glad to hear this resonated and thank you for sharing your thoughts with me x
I really enjoyed reading this Suyin (and your own enjoyment of putting it together definitely shows through the writing)! I’ve caught myself thinking “I’m so glad I wrote my dissertation before ChatGPT existed” because I know I would’ve been tempted to cut corners. But you’re so right, the system itself is one that rewards output and not process, so why wouldn’t you choose the most efficient route to get there if it’s going to be evaluated against the same criteria regardless? This has left me with much to ponder, thank you 💭
ah Molly - thank you so much for this extremely thoughtful comment and response! I totally agree. I think part of my frustration with the NYMag article is that it frames students as idiotic / lazy, when I think in reality, given the choice, the current educational contexts / systems, and competitive job markets, probably most people would be doing the same thing. i'm so glad to hear this resonated and thank you for sharing your thoughts with me x