ChatGPT in the Classroom: A New Era of AI-Driven Education

Abstract

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a transformative force in various sectors, with education standing as one of the most promising fields for its application. Among the AI tools emerging for educational purposes, ChatGPT—an advanced conversational agent developed by OpenAI—has shown significant promise. This paper explores the potential of ChatGPT as an AI-driven virtual teaching assistant, a personalized learning companion, and an interactive tool for engagement in classrooms. By examining the strengths, challenges, and future trajectory of ChatGPT’s integration in education, this paper provides a comprehensive review of its capabilities, discusses its impact on teaching and learning, and evaluates the ethical concerns surrounding its deployment.