ChatGPT Tips for Studying
Knock knock, your term paper from last semester is still waiting to be written. If you're wondering how: no worries, we've found a solution for you so you don't have to! TikTok is circulating that humanity will soon be completely taken over by machines... you'll find out the who, the how, and how this will benefit your studies in a few seconds.
SOS: Procrastinating to the max again?
Probably the most popular phase of all students: term papers. Jokes aside, they're just part of university life. That's why we've tracked down the viral TikTok trend. What we can tell you right now: internet research will be a lot easier. ChatGPT basically works like WhatsApp.
You ask, OpenAI's AI-based chatbot answers (you can even ask what happened between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard back then, lol). The chatbot also writes essays and programs. Got it? The computer-controlled program is capable of human-like conversations and has the same level of Einstein's ability. We'll explain briefly and painlessly how ChatGPT makes your semester easier...
1. Paraphrasing is easy
Indirect quoting in academic papers? No problem, ChatGPT will rewrite your texts for you. A little reminder: Don't forget to reference the original source.
Example command: Paraphrase the following text "the apple doesn't fall far from the tree."
2. Make corrections easy peasy
Honestly, who always pays attention to grammar and spelling... yes, luckily our mistake was intentional. To avoid making the same mistake, artificial intelligence, aka ChatGPT, will help you. Your professors will surely be proud.
Example command: Correct this text "my, time is running out."
3. Look for repetitions - avoid them
Shall we make a bet? How many times do you think we wrote "you"? Feel free to enter our text into ChatGPT and check our word repetitions (P.S. we're betting on 25).
Example command: Tell me how many times I wrote the word "you."
4. Synonym suggestion
In addition to Google, you can also ask ChatGPT for synonyms. In case you have a brief blackout and just can't think of any more words.
Example command: Give me a list of synonyms for the word "blackout."
5. Add a little variety to your term paper
Acquiring a scientific writing style isn't always easy. And adding a little zest to your writing won't hurt. Don't worry, you can simply ask ChatGPT to give your text a good spruce-up.
Example command: Rewrite the following text: (Text)
6. Send help: Forgot how to speak English for a moment?
"German language, difficult language" - English is no different, lol. But it's all good, translate your texts on the website without any problems, no matter what language.
Example command: Translate this text into English: (Text)
7. Casual or more professional email?
We all know that feeling when you have to quickly send an email to professors and then end up sitting in front of the laptop for an hour looking for the right words. Yep, ChatGPT takes care of that for you too.
Example command: Give me an email template: (Text)
8. Finding new inspiration
About a mental breakdown because you can't think of a research question or topic? Stay relaxed, ask Einstein Junior for ideas, and let yourself be unconditionally inspired.
Example command: Can you give me a research question on the topic of "time management during your studies"?
9. Ask the program for specific information
Most people find it difficult to find a cool introduction to the topic, especially when it comes to presentations. You can ask ChatGPT for specific tips.
Example command: What is something most people don't know about topic xy?
10. Now it's time to sit back and let them quiz you on exams
In addition to term papers, coursework, and presentations, exams are obviously also important. If your classmates aren't busy, you can either give the chatbot your own notes and have them quiz you that way, or give your artificial buddy the task of randomly quizzing you.
Example command: Can you quiz me on the topic of "Medicine"?
11. Bonus Tip
Learn how to write your thesis with ChatGPT in just a few steps here.
Note: While ChatGPT is genuinely great at doing your work for you, we recommend that you use it as a supplementary tool. There's a fine line between asking help and getting an AI tool to do all your work for you.
Strike the right balance - use it for research, formatting, corrections, revisions, structuring, and more!
Some cool ChatGPT features you should know about
Below, you'll find a list of cool features ChatGPT enables us to use. Here's how you can make best use of them!
Canvas
The Canvas feature is a recent addition and allows the user to collaborate on writing and code. You can make your revisions directly in the response ChatGPT generates, making for a less time-consuming and more active user experience. Plus, you can copy-paste the edited version directly from the chat!
Reason
This one's for broader questions. Want ChatGPT to give your question some extra thought before responding? Simply click on 'Reason'.
Deep Research
The Deep Research feature allows users to access detailed insights on any given subject. The free version gives you 5 prompts/per month.
Create Image
Want a roadmap for a 30-day project you're working on? How about an infographic for your seminar? Or a magic realism-style rendition of your favourite playlist? The 'Create Image' feature's got you covered - and is built to help you visualize ideas and concepts.
Tip: We recommend upgrading to a paid subscription if your primary use of ChatGPT is largely image-centric.
ChatGPT has a host of features that cater to specific prompts
Ready to explore the dark side of ChatGPT?
Okay, so ChatGPT is on everyone's lips. Seriously, even some politicians have their speeches written by AI. What should you still be aware of when using it? For starters: When it comes to current events or complex topics, the chatbot can sometimes provide false information. Furthermore, ChatGPT has no intellectual property rights, yet the language model is trained with real texts... which means (buckle up, here comes a term we all despise): plagiarism. Therefore, try to remain transparent. The system freely spits out information without citing sources, but as we know, professors love citations the most. Side note: feel free to check alternative sites. You can also use a search engine to check whether the information is actually correct and relevant to the desired topic.
Disclaimer Alert
The new technology is excellent, BUT be careful not to let ChatGPT write your entire term paper. No reason to stress. Speaking of stress: If you'd like some tips on how to best reduce stress during this whole phase, we've linked an article (don't worry, it's not toooooo long):