Luke Bisani
Professor Francis Moto, Vice-Chancellor of the Catholic University of Malawi, has cautioned students about obtaining qualifications with the assistance of ChatGPT.
During a recent address to students, he emphasized the importance of truly understanding the course material rather than relying on AI tools like ChatGPT for assignments.
“Some of you write your assignments using ChatGPT and pass, but on your graduation day, we will celebrate your achievement. Please, understand that the real world will challenge the value of that qualification,” said Professor Moto.
He further explained that the University is committed to maintaining its high standards for higher education and ensuring that graduates remain relevant in the job market.
Since its introduction in 2022, ChatGPT has gained prominence as an Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool, showcasing the rapid advancements and potential of this technology.
While ChatGPT has been praised for its ability to generate human-like text and engage users in conversation, it also has significant drawbacks of which the user must be aware of. These include inaccurate information and ethical concerns.
On 27 January 2025, the Vatican’s Dicastery of Faith together with the Dicastery of Education and Culture released guidelines entitled Antiqua et Nova, on how to use AI, urging governments to regulate the use of the technology.
Professor Francis Moto, Vice-Chancellor of the Catholic University of Malawi, has cautioned students about obtaining qualifications with the assistance of ChatGPT.
During a recent address to students, he emphasized the importance of truly understanding the course material rather than relying on AI tools like ChatGPT for assignments.
“Some of you write your assignments using ChatGPT and pass, but on your graduation day, we will celebrate your achievement. Please, understand that the real world will challenge the value of that qualification,” said Professor Moto.
He further explained that the University is committed to maintaining its high standards for higher education and ensuring that graduates remain relevant in the job market.
Since its introduction in 2022, ChatGPT has gained prominence as an Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool, showcasing the rapid advancements and potential of this technology.
While ChatGPT has been praised for its ability to generate human-like text and engage users in conversation, it also has significant drawbacks of which the user must be aware of. These include inaccurate information and ethical concerns.
On 27 January 2025, the Vatican’s Dicastery of Faith together with the Dicastery of Education and Culture released guidelines entitled Antiqua et Nova, on how to use AI, urging governments to regulate the use of the technology.