5 papers
AI Education in a Mirror: Challenges Faced by Academic and Industry Experts
Mahir Akgun, Hadi Hosseini
As Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies continue to evolve, the gap between academic AI education and real-world industry challenges remains an important area of investigation…
Struggle First, Prompt Later: How Task Complexity Shapes Learning with GenAI-Assisted Pretesting
Mahir Akgun, Sacip Toker
This study examines the role of AI-assisted pretesting in enhancing learning outcomes, particularly when integrated with generative AI tools like ChatGPT. Pretesting, a learning st…
Modeling Changes in Individuals' Cognitive Self-Esteem With and Without Access To Search Tools
Mahir Akgun, Sacip Toker
Search engines, as cognitive partners, reshape how individuals evaluate their cognitive abilities. This study examines how search tool access influences cognitive self-esteem (CSE)…
Evaluating the Effect of Pretesting with Conversational AI on Retention of Needed Information
Mahir Akgun, Sacip Toker
This study explores the role of pretesting when integrated with conversational AI tools, specifically ChatGPT, in enhancing learning outcomes. Drawing on existing research, which d…
The Role of Task Complexity in Reducing AI Plagiarism: A Study of Generative AI Tools
Sacip Toker, Mahir Akgun
This study investigates whether assessments fostering higher-order thinking skills can reduce plagiarism involving generative AI tools. Participants completed three tasks of varyin…