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We’ve come to a time when technology has become a part of us; Lost on the road? Use Google Maps. Don’t have cash? Use ApplePay. Need ideas for dinner? Search online for recipes. In late November, we were introduced to ChatGPT, something that has been talked about since its release date. With an AI that can write an essay after typing the topic, schools, and administrations now have another thing to look out for. Is ChatGPT a harmful tool? I think that ChatGPT is a good learning tool for students to use. We will analyze how authors use pathos, logos, and ethos to determine their stances.

We will first take a look at the article written by Jake Mallow, eLearning Industry staff, called “How AI Chatbots Are Revolutionizing Education.” The article discusses how chatbots can enhance the eLearning experience by providing personalized support and guidance to students. According to the article, chatbots can help students navigate course materials and assignments, answer questions, and provide feedback. “24/7 access to support and guidance”, “ access to a wide range of resources”, and a few other benefits of using ChatGPT.

The article takes a more logical approach, with a clear structure and a focus on evidence-based arguments. The author begins by defining what chatbots and AI are and how they work. The author then goes on to provide examples of how chatbots and AI are being used in eLearning, such as providing instant feedback and personalized support. The author also includes quotes from experts in the field of eLearning to support their argument. The article uses a mix of logos and ethos to persuade readers of the benefits of chatbots and AI in eLearning. The author provides evidence-based arguments, such as the ability of chatbots to provide personalized support and guidance to students. “This means that you can get targeted advice on how to improve your performance in specific subjects or areas.”(Mallow). The author also appeals to readers’ trust in experts by including quotes from educators and eLearning professionals. By using both logos and ethos, the author makes a strong case for the benefits of chatbots and AI in eLearning. 

Another article also talks about the potential of chatbots in education. Students from The International Journal of Artificial Intelligence in Education wrote: “Exploring the Potential of Chatbots in Higher Education: A Preliminary Study”. This organization is a peer-reviewed journal that publishes research on the use of AI in education. In this research paper, the authors explore the potential of chatbots in higher education.

The research paper takes a more formal and structured approach. The authors begin by providing a detailed literature review of previous studies on the use of chatbots in education. The authors then go on to present their research methodology and findings. The paper concludes with a discussion of their findings for higher education. The research paper uses a mix of logos and ethos to persuade readers of the potential of chatbots in higher education. The authors provide a comprehensive literature review and controlled data to support their arguments. The authors also appeal to readers’ trust in academic research by presenting their findings in a rigorous and structured manner. By using both logos and ethos, the authors make a convincing case for the potential of chatbots in higher education. 

In conclusion, both source documents make a compelling case for the benefits of ChatGPT and other chatbots in education. Chatbots have the potential to provide personalized support, instant feedback, and engaging learning experiences to students. The authors of both documents use a mix of narrative conventions and rhetorical appeals to persuade readers of the benefits of ChatGPT. While eLearning Industry takes a more logical approach and uses a mix of logos and ethos, the International Journal of Artificial Intelligence in Education presents a more formal and structured argument using a mix of logos and ethos. Overall, both documents demonstrate the argument in favor of chatbots in education and highlight the potential of ChatGPT as beneficial.

Works Cited

“Exploring the Potential of Chatbots in Higher Education: A Preliminary Study.” Open Science Index, https://publications.waset.org/10011432/exploring-the-potential-of-chatbots-in-higher-education-a-preliminary-study. Accessed 18 April 2023.

Mallow, Jake. “ChatGPT For Students: AI Chatbots Are Revolutionizing Education.” eLearning Industry, 1 March 2023, https://elearningindustry.com/chatgpt-for-students-how-ai-chatbots-are-revolutionizing-education. Accessed 18 April 2023.