RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) — North Carolina is positioning itself as a leader in artificial intelligence, with college students highlighting their experiences with this rapidly evolving technology. At the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Noah Campbell recalled his early exposure to AI around 2019, describing it as “machine learning, basic image recognition, or text-to-speech.” Meanwhile, Duke University graduate Hannah Ford reflected on a winter course she took in 2021 focused on image recognition, sensing that “something big was coming” and recognizing the transformative potential of AI.
As AI tools become integral to daily life, they are employed for a variety of tasks, such as nutrition tracking, online tutoring, and utilizing platforms like ChatGPT. According to recent data from the Pew Research Center, approximately 20 percent of U.S. workers report using AI for some work functions, while 61 percent express a desire for more control over AI’s role in their lives.
Campbell noted AI’s capability to “take in lots of information and paraphrase it,” which he finds particularly useful for generating study quizzes during exam periods. He is also involved in a project aimed at introducing AI literacy into English courses and is hosting workshops to modernize curricula. Ford mentioned her participation in an OpenAI ChatGPT lab at Duke, where she collaborated with students from across the country. “This is a personalized learning assistant, a way to simplify tasks and even act as a decision-making aid,” she said.
The college admissions landscape is also undergoing changes, as some universities start to incorporate AI into the application screening process. This evolution underscores the dual nature of AI technology. While both Campbell and Ford acknowledged concerns regarding the abundance of AI-generated content, Campbell likened the technology to fire, emphasizing its capacity for both benefit and harm. State leaders are now working to implement robust regulations to navigate these challenges.
Campbell believes that effective regulations will emerge through a process of trial and error. “We can begin to create policy and think about what rules we want in place,” he stated, indicating a proactive approach to governance in the field of AI. Ford, on the other hand, stressed the importance of education, advocating for a curriculum that mandates AI literacy courses for every student across the country. “Not just to briefly understand how the models work so they can use them better, but also to learn what to be cautious of and what to be wary of,” she asserted.
As North Carolina steps into the spotlight for AI development and education, the call for enhanced literacy and informed regulation may serve as a model for other states. The integration of AI in various sectors, from higher education to the workplace, is likely to shape the future of both technology and society, necessitating a balanced approach to harness its benefits while mitigating potential risks.
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