Impromptu: Amplifying Our Humanity Through AI predictable or optimal for AI. Turning insights into actions requires judgment, communication, and leader- ship, which are not always consistent or effective for AI. Reid: In light of that, how do you assess Professor Mintz’ use of ChatGPT as an instructional tool? GPT-4: I would grade Professor Mintz highly on his use of ChatGPT, as he demonstrates a creative and critical approach to integrating it into his pedagogy. He does not rely on ChatGPT to produce or evaluate the essays, but rather uses it as a catalyst and a contrast for human writing and thinking. Large language models in American K–12 public education At this point, a skeptic might note that Professor Mintz made the case for ChatGPT at the University of Texas at Austin, an elite institution serving students on the cusp of adult careers. But what about high schools? Should they be “protected” from LLMs? Should schools define the technology as “cheating” and even ban it entirely, as New York City’s public schools recently did for their entire K–12 system? Reid: GPT-4, please summarize some benefits and costs of the decision by the New York City Department of Edu- cation to ban ChatGPT. GPT-4: The decision to ban the use of ChatGPT in New York City schools may have benefits as well as costs. Pos- sible benefits of the ban include: - It may prevent the misuse or abuse of ChatGPT by malicious or irresponsible actors. - It may protect the privacy and autonomy of students and teachers. 26