Artificial Intelligence is undoubtedly taking a dominant position in the technology industry and in our world. For example, Chat GPT, an AI-powered language model developed by Open AI, serves as a vital milestone in the field of generative AI. It is part of the broader field of artificial intelligence known as natural language processing, or NLP, and uses a deep learning architecture called Transformer. In NLP, the software engineer's goal is to teach computers to understand and interpret human language. Chat GPT is trained with large amounts of data, and when a user enters a question or statement through the site, the model scans its database and finds chunks of text which respond to what the user's asking. Chat GPT can generate human-like responses on many given prompts. Examples include but are not limited to identifying bugs in codes, simulating sporting events, and writing research papers in a few seconds.

GPT-4, an enhanced model of Chat GPT that can accept images as inputs and generate captions, classifications, and analyses, has collaborated with several organizations to improve user experiences, such as Be My Eyes, Morgan Stanley, Stripe, and the Government of Iceland. Additionally, it is currently applied in Duolingo to deepen and simulate conversation in different languages and serves as an AI-powered tool through Khan Academy. Because of the overwhelming success of OpenAI, independent companies are creating their versions and implementing them into their software. Examples include Microsoft with Bling, Google with Bard, and Notion with Notion AI.

With the rise of AI, many professionals and school districts are questioning whether Chat GPT and other AI tools should be for teachers and students to use. Many school districts and colleges, like the NYC Department of Education and the LA Unified School District, have cited plagiarism concerns and blocked the chatbot from school devices and networks.

Chat GPT and other AI models aren't perfect and can not always generate accurate or reliable responses. So students that chose to copy the generated answer most likely won't get the best output. Also, relying too heavily on these AI tools can lead to a lack of critical thinking, and research skills, and decreased emphasis on human-to-human interaction.

On the contrary, AI tools can well be time-saving for students and teachers. Students can gather the needed information to write research papers much more quickly. While teachers can use these tools to plan lessons, respond to parent emails, create rubrics, grade students' essays, and write recommendation essays in minutes. Additionally, Chat GPT and other AI models can assist with language learning, provide immediate feedback, and correct errors real time to perfect any assignment or task.

The pros and cons of using AI in education boils down to what the teachers and students will use it for. Will their ways of using these tools benefit themselves, help them improve their skills, or would impair critical thinking and ability to create content? Artificial intelligence is just emerging and has an endless path ahead. School systems are sure to be challenged with a shift of perspectives and will need to evolve and embrace.