The Double-Edged Sword of AI: Educational Challenges and Energy Demands
Artificial intelligence—good or bad?
The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, October 3, 2024
In a recent lecture at Shepherd University, Harriet Pearson, a former tech lawyer, raised concerns about the effects of advanced artificial intelligence on education and society. She noted that the sophistication of AI outputs has blurred the lines between student work and AI-generated content, potentially leading to alarming consequences. Pearson also highlighted the significant energy demands associated with maintaining supercomputing technologies, hinting at broader implications for the future. This discussion was published by The Spirit of Jefferson.