Wk4 - Is ChatGPT plagiarism? And how do I cite it?

 

A constant question that seems to come up when talking about AI tools is how to cite them or if it's even necessary.  I guess the question also depends how you are using the information and what the goal is. These questions have sparked conversations in the education systems mainly. According to an article by bamradionetwork.com The short answer to coach students to use ChatGPT in an ethical way, is to cite.  

Let see what ChatGPT thinks about it: 

“It depends on the context in which you are using information obtained from ChatGPT. If you are using information from ChatGPT in a research paper, academic article, or any other formal written work, it is generally appropriate to provide a citation. The exact form of the citation would depend on the citation style you are using and the information you are citing. However, if you are using information from ChatGPT in a casual conversation or in a non-academic setting, a citation is typically not necessary. 

 It's important to note that while OpenAI has trained ChatGPT to have a vast amount of information, it is generated by a machine and may not always be accurate or reliable. Therefore, it's always a good idea to double-check information obtained from ChatGPT with other sources before using it in a formal context.” (ChatGPT, 2021) 

Good to know! But most of us are used to using some type of convention such as APA to site our work. I surely use Scribbr or the Purdue Owl for my school papers. So, how do we site ChatGPT in APA style? Let's ask ChatGPT: 

“If you would like to cite ChatGPT in APA style, you could use the following format: 

 OpenAI (2021). ChatGPT. [Chatbot]. Available at https://openai.com/ [or insert specific URL if applicable]. 

 Note that this is just a general example, and you may need to modify the citation based on the specific information you are using and the context in which you are using it. Additionally, it is important to keep in mind that ChatGPT is a machine-generated source, and its information may not always be accurate or reliable. As such, it is always a good idea to verify information obtained from ChatGPT with other sources before using it in a formal context.” (ChatGPT, 2021) 

Other sources, such as The University of Queensland, Australia, actually define how should AI tools be cited in the different styles. Find the full article HERE . 

I found this very interesting video on YouTube that can assist with some ways to use ChatGPT and avoid plagiarism.  

I also found out about another paraphrasing app that you can use to help modify your ChatGPT answers and make them more your own. Use it at your own risk and let me know your thoughts. Here is Quillbot. Like always, write a comment and let me know your thoughts!