Is ChatGPT killing higher education?

This episode of "The Gray Area," hosted by Sean Illing, features James Walsh, a features writer for New York magazine, discussing the impact of AI tools like ChatGPT on higher education. Walsh shares insights from his interviews with students and professors, revealing a landscape of widespread AI usage in academic work, ranging from essay writing to coding. The conversation explores the ethical dilemmas, the changing definition of cheating, and the potential long-term consequences for the value of education and the development of critical thinking skills. They delve into the varying perspectives of students, the despair among professors, and the role of university administrators in addressing this growing issue, ultimately questioning the future of higher education in the age of AI.