Initial Discussions of ChatGPT in Education-Related Subreddits
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| Title: | Initial Discussions of ChatGPT in Education-Related Subreddits |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Hunhui Na (ORCID |
| Source: | Journal of Research on Technology in Education. 2025 57(5):953-971. |
| Availability: | Routledge. Available from: Taylor & Francis, Ltd. 530 Walnut Street Suite 850, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Tel: 800-354-1420; Tel: 215-625-8900; Fax: 215-207-0050; Web site: http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 19 |
| Publication Date: | 2025 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Descriptors: | Discourse Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Social Media, Computer Mediated Communication, Technology Integration, Risk, Teacher Attitudes, Discussion, Student Attitudes, Educational Benefits |
| DOI: | 10.1080/15391523.2024.2338091 |
| ISSN: | 1539-1523 1945-0818 |
| Abstract: | Generative AI tools, like ChatGPT, have ignited global discussions and debates about potential educational impacts. By examining initial reactions to ChatGPT shared in online spaces, this study aims to deepen understanding of opportunities and concerns related to integrating such tools into education. With the keyword "chatgpt," we searched 25 education-related subreddits on Reddit and conducted a content analysis of 7,009 posts and comments, identifying 4,397 containing reactions to the tool. Findings showed that initial ChatGPT discussions predominantly focused on perceived threats and educational applications, much less on strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities--although the discussions were multifaceted, nuanced, and contextualized. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2025 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1489641 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | Generative AI tools, like ChatGPT, have ignited global discussions and debates about potential educational impacts. By examining initial reactions to ChatGPT shared in online spaces, this study aims to deepen understanding of opportunities and concerns related to integrating such tools into education. With the keyword "chatgpt," we searched 25 education-related subreddits on Reddit and conducted a content analysis of 7,009 posts and comments, identifying 4,397 containing reactions to the tool. Findings showed that initial ChatGPT discussions predominantly focused on perceived threats and educational applications, much less on strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities--although the discussions were multifaceted, nuanced, and contextualized. |
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| ISSN: | 1539-1523 1945-0818 |
| DOI: | 10.1080/15391523.2024.2338091 |
