Danish Teacher Embraces ChatGPT in Class Instead of Banning It, Seeks to Guide Students on AI's Ethical Use

English teacher in Denmark noticed students using ChatGPT for assignments, so she decided to incorporate it into lessons rather than banning it.

Her school is one of 5 Danish high schools piloting a 2-year project to use ChatGPT as a teaching tool.

In a sample lesson, students analyzed a short story first solo, then using ChatGPT to compare.

The teacher thinks tests should focus on teaching over cheating detection. An education consultant agrees students need open conversations about AI.

Some educators are ChatGPT-proofing tests by using paper exams or requiring drafts. Others think students will always find ways to cheat.