CSU made a $17-million AI bet. A year later, students and faculty give it a mixed grade

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California State University’s controversial $17-million deal to provide ChatGPT to every one of its campuses has been met with mixed results, with wide but uneven use across the system, high distrust of AI-generated content and broad fears that the technology could imperil job security — even as people say they want more training in systems they believe will be “essential” to their professions.Those complex feelings were among the findings of the largest study of artificial intelligence in higher education to date, which polled 94,000 students, faculty and staff across 22 CSU campuses from San Diego to Arcata.The survey, conducted by San Diego State University researchers last fall, shows CSU grappling with how AI is affecting assignments, classroom instruction, competition for jobs and academic integrity.It found nearly every respondent had used AI at some point, with personal use more common than for educational purposes.

Staff are most enthusiastic about the technology, followed by students and faculty — the group that is most divided, according to the survey results released Wednesday.Majorities of each also said they believe AI can boost creativity and innovation.In a statement, CSU Chancellor Mildred García said she views the results “not simply as a measure of current attitudes” but “a call to action.” “The CSU has an opportunity to lead higher education by shaping how AI can be incorporated thoughtfully, equitably and responsibly,” she said.

“And we will answer that call.” California As the use of AI continues to explode within education, these are the advantages and disadvantages students and teachers are weighing.The new CSU data come at a pivotal moment for AI in education.The university’s 18-month contract with OpenAI to license its ChatGPT chatbot for 460,000 students and 63,000 faculty members and staff expires in July.A petition with ...