Artificial Intelligence (AI) Library Guide
Benefits and Limitations of AI
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more integrated into education, research, and everyday life, it's important to understand both its advantages and its limitations, especially when using AI tools in academic settings.
| BENEFITS OF AI IN EDUCATION AND RESEARCH | LIMITATIONS AND CAUTIONS |
|---|---|
| Idea Generation and Brainstorming AI tools can help jumpstart thinking by suggesting research topics, outlining arguments, or generating questions for further exploration. |
Accuracy and “Hallucinations” AI can generate incorrect or misleading information that sounds plausible. These “hallucinations” may include fake citations, made-up facts, or flawed reasoning. |
| Summarizing and Organizing Information Generative AI can summarize articles, simplify complex concepts, and help structure essays or reports. |
Bias in Output AI tools reflect the biases in their training data, which can result in outputs that are unintentionally biased, offensive, or discriminatory. |
| Language and Writing Support AI-powered writing tools can assist with grammar, clarity, and phrasing—helpful for both native and non-native English speakers. |
Privacy and Data Concerns Input entered into AI systems may be stored or used for training, raising concerns about sharing personal, sensitive, or proprietary information. |
| Efficiency and Productivity Automating routine tasks (e.g., transcriptions, coding help, data sorting) can save time and allow users to focus on deeper analysis. |
Lack of Source Transparency AI-generated content often lacks proper citations, making it difficult to verify claims or trace the original sources. |
| Accessibility Support AI can enhance accessibility for users with disabilities by converting text to speech, creating transcripts, or offering translation assistance. |
Overreliance and Academic Integrity Risks Using AI without proper citation or relying on it to complete assignments may violate academic honesty policies. |
AI can be a powerful support tool in your academic journey, but it shouldn’t replace critical thinking, proper research methods, or ethical practices. Use AI as a complement to, not a substitute for, your own work and judgment.
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