AI Language Models Influence Economics Research but Still Fall Short in Essay Quality

A study from the University of East Anglia finds that while ChatGPT can produce grammatically correct and well-structured essays, it lacks the human element of engagement, such as personal commentary and rhetorical questions, which are crucial for persuasive and authentic student writing. The research highlights the importance of critical thinking and suggests using AI as a teaching aid rather than a shortcut, emphasizing that genuine thinking cannot be replicated by algorithms.