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Introduction to ChatGPT by OpenAI

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What is ChatGPT?

ChatGPT is an AI-powered language model developed by OpenAI that generates human-like text based on user prompts. It can assist with research, writing, coding, brainstorming, summarizing information, and more.

Students can use ChatGPT for:

  • Generating ideas and outlines for essays
  • Clarifying complex topics
  • Practicing coding and troubleshooting
  • Enhancing writing and editing skills

Prompt Rules & Recommendations:

  • Be clear and specific in prompts for the best results.
  • Fact-check AI-generated content, as ChatGPT may produce errors.
  • Do not use AI-generated text as a direct replacement for original work unless permitted.
  • Follow academic integrity guidelines set by your institution.

Citing ChatGPT:

  • APA (7th Edition)
  • In-text: (OpenAI, 2025)
    Reference List: OpenAI. (2025). ChatGPT (Feb 25 version) [Large language model]. https://openai.com
  • MLA (9th Edition)
  • In-text: (OpenAI)
    Works Cited: OpenAI. ChatGPT, Feb. 25, 2025, https://openai.com.
  • Chicago Manual of Style (17th Edition)
  • In-text: (OpenAI 2025)
    Reference List: OpenAI. 2025. ChatGPT (Feb 25 version). https://openai.com.

This resource was organized using ChatGPT.

 OpenAI. (2023). ChatGPT (Mar 14 version) [Large language model]. https://chat.openai.com/chat

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