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RELEVANCE OF PROMPTS IN HIGHER EDUCATION: GUIDANCE AND CRITICAL REFLECTION
Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (MEXICO)
About this paper:
Appears in: ICERI2023 Proceedings
Publication year: 2023
Pages: 705-710
ISBN: 978-84-09-55942-8
ISSN: 2340-1095
doi: 10.21125/iceri.2023.0255
Conference name: 16th annual International Conference of Education, Research and Innovation
Dates: 13-15 November, 2023
Location: Seville, Spain
Abstract:
The generation of prompts for interaction with Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education plays a crucial role in the learning process and offers numerous benefits. Prompts, which are instructions or questions designed to guide users interaction with AI, have the potential to improve communication, foster critical reflection, adapt to individual needs, and promote user autonomy, students and teachers. However, it is also important to critically address the challenges associated with excessive use of AI and prompts, as it can limit the development of critical thinking skills and user autonomy.

Firstly, prompts facilitate communication and information exchange between users and AI. By providing clear and specific instructions, prompts assist users in formulating relevant questions and obtaining precise responses from AI. This promotes effective interaction, allowing students to access information and support in real-time. AI can act as a 24/7 resource, offering instant answers and assistance anytime and anywhere.

Furthermore, prompts can be designed to foster critical reflection and analytical thinking. By posing challenging and open-ended questions, prompts stimulate users to explore different perspectives, evaluate information, and formulate strong arguments. This not only enhances users understanding of concepts but also develops critical thinking skills that are essential in today's digital world. AI can provide different approaches and viewpoints on a topic, enriching the learning experience and promoting analytical and evaluative abilities.

Another key benefit of prompts in AI interaction is their ability to adapt to individual user needs. Prompts can be customized based on the level of knowledge, learning preferences, and specific goals of each person. This allows for a more personalized and effective learning experience, where AI can provide feedback and specific suggestions for each users individual progress.

In conclusion, the generation of prompts for AI interaction is of great importance in education. Prompts facilitate communication, foster critical reflection, adapt to individual needs, and promote user autonomy. By harnessing the benefits of AI in education and using appropriate prompts, we can significantly enhance the learning process and provide more personalized and effective learning experiences.
Keywords:
Prompts, higher education, critical reflection, artificial intelligence.