Answers to questions don’t arrive from just one point - they come from old wives’ tales, logic, inclement memory, books, statistical analysis, or Google or AI searches. And more.
interesting! when I taught pk, we taught the kids about the difference between fiction and non fiction and had them do 'research' on an animal they were interested in and then they could teach the class about what they learned. the only rule was that they had to use more than one source: a book, an expert, like someone at a zoo , or a vet, or a shelter, a real video, another book , a non-fiction piece online, etc. it was so interesting to see what they learned , where they learned it, and what they were interested in. they could draw a picture of their animal, print one out, or bring in a stuffie if they chose.they could answer questions from the class and if they didn't know the answer it was fine to say, 'I'm not sure, but I can find out the answer for you.' all went well until...
one child taught us about a unicorn, had a 'photo' and said it was real because her mom told her so, because she found it on the internet. well, they kind of missed the point of my lesson... but I wasn't going to out her mom who really needed the lesson...
The day my old boss started asking ChatGPT if my opinions–based on experience, gut feelings, old wives tales, and a little education–were accurate, I highlighted it. I knew it was a sign to leave, so I made a joke about it being offensive to check my answers to questions with a robot, and started putting out feelers for new jobs.
Marketing is part art and part science. And we all know that even science doesn't rely on one source to draw conclusions, so why do we think we can get The One Truth from a Google search or a ChatGPT request?
Oh my - firstly - why did he employ you if he was double checking your work. And yes - no search will give us all the pieces. Each separate online search will scare up different and sometimes conflicting facts.
My sentiment exactly. It's not the first time I've felt that way though! I don't think many people are genuinely capable of believing others know things they don't, it seems to be an evolutionary flaw in humans 🤔 good morning to you,C!
I am dubious of 'do your own research' When I hear this 9/10 or more the person saying it went online to find the so-called facts to support what they want to believe. This is human nature, unfortunately, selection bias.
Yes. My Dad used to say ( long before computers even) that there was a ‘trial to prove any theory’. He meant that you could always find data to prove any cockameme (sp) idea. Anyone can argue anything convincingly.
The power usage of data centers is currently 2-3% of the world's electricity - in 5 years it is expected to be 13% can you imagine our electricity bills then
interesting! when I taught pk, we taught the kids about the difference between fiction and non fiction and had them do 'research' on an animal they were interested in and then they could teach the class about what they learned. the only rule was that they had to use more than one source: a book, an expert, like someone at a zoo , or a vet, or a shelter, a real video, another book , a non-fiction piece online, etc. it was so interesting to see what they learned , where they learned it, and what they were interested in. they could draw a picture of their animal, print one out, or bring in a stuffie if they chose.they could answer questions from the class and if they didn't know the answer it was fine to say, 'I'm not sure, but I can find out the answer for you.' all went well until...
one child taught us about a unicorn, had a 'photo' and said it was real because her mom told her so, because she found it on the internet. well, they kind of missed the point of my lesson... but I wasn't going to out her mom who really needed the lesson...
Oh that is so funny! And a little unsettling. The internet and her Mum. Two sources 😂. Plus a drawing and a soft toy, I imagine.
So sweet. Great story Beth!
I asked ChatGPT-4 a question last week, and it replied: I can't answer that question. Strange.
You are right Cecilia, there are many explanations to answer our questions.
That was weirdly honest. For a machine. 🤔
My thoughts exactly! Strange, almost human.
I'm glad it said that!
The day my old boss started asking ChatGPT if my opinions–based on experience, gut feelings, old wives tales, and a little education–were accurate, I highlighted it. I knew it was a sign to leave, so I made a joke about it being offensive to check my answers to questions with a robot, and started putting out feelers for new jobs.
Marketing is part art and part science. And we all know that even science doesn't rely on one source to draw conclusions, so why do we think we can get The One Truth from a Google search or a ChatGPT request?
Oh my - firstly - why did he employ you if he was double checking your work. And yes - no search will give us all the pieces. Each separate online search will scare up different and sometimes conflicting facts.
Good morning, Nadine!
My sentiment exactly. It's not the first time I've felt that way though! I don't think many people are genuinely capable of believing others know things they don't, it seems to be an evolutionary flaw in humans 🤔 good morning to you,C!
I am dubious of 'do your own research' When I hear this 9/10 or more the person saying it went online to find the so-called facts to support what they want to believe. This is human nature, unfortunately, selection bias.
Yes. My Dad used to say ( long before computers even) that there was a ‘trial to prove any theory’. He meant that you could always find data to prove any cockameme (sp) idea. Anyone can argue anything convincingly.
I not sure what the moral of that story is.
The power usage of data centers is currently 2-3% of the world's electricity - in 5 years it is expected to be 13% can you imagine our electricity bills then
Not sustainable. Best we invest in - what should we invest in? Oil lamps, candles. Wood fires, clotheslines?
13% - shit.