In a separate survey, U.S. teens were asked about their experience with and views of ChatGPT, a generative AI tool, in their schoolwork. Among teens who have heard of ChatGPT, 19% say they have used it to help them with schoolwork, with usage more common among teens in higher grades. Teens' views on whether using ChatGPT is acceptable depend on what it's being used for, with 69% saying it's acceptable to use it to research new topics, 39% for solving math problems, and 20% for writing essays.
Key takeaways:
- A majority of teachers are uncertain about or see downsides to the general use of AI tools in K-12 education, according to a Pew Research Center survey conducted in fall 2023.
- High school teachers are more likely than elementary and middle school teachers to hold negative views about AI tools in education.
- Among teens who have heard of ChatGPT, 19% say they have used it to help them with schoolwork. This is more common among teens in higher grades.
- Teens’ views on whether using ChatGPT is acceptable depend on what it’s being used for. For example, 69% say it’s acceptable to use it to research new topics, while only 20% say it’s acceptable to use it to write essays.