Writing Month

Academic Writing using Chat GPT

Date/Time: to
Type: Workshop/Seminar, Presence
Location: Villa Tillmanns
Permanent event: Writing Month

This workshop explores the ethical and effective use of generative AI in academic research, with a focus on ChatGPT, while also providing an overview of various other AI tools and tool combinations.

Date and Registration

  1. 10.12.2024 | 10:15 - 18:00   Register here
  2. 10.02.2025 | 10:15 - 18:00   Register here 

You can register for the event six weeks before the event starts from 9am. With your registration you agree to our terms and conditions.

Location
Villa Tillmanns, Wächterstraße 30, 04107 Leipzig

Lecturer
Dr. Maia George

Target Group
Doctoral researchers and Postdocs

Number of Participants
12

Course Description
This workshop explores the ethical and effective use of AI in academic research, with a focus on ChatGPT, while also providing an overview of various other AI tools and tool combinations. Participants will learn:

  • Solving common problems of academic writing processes with ChatGPT (idea generation, text optimization, testing text coherence, overcoming writing blocks, etc.)
  • Broad overview of diverse AI tools: understanding the use of different AI tools in research.
  • Structuring and problem-solving: collaborating with presented AI tools for more effective academic work and for identifying and resolving common issues that arise in academic work.
  • Ethical considerations of AI: responsible integration of AI in academic settings.

Interactive exercises and case studies will allow participants to apply these concepts to real research scenarios.

Please have a chatGPT account or a similar equivalent for exercices.


0,5 Credit Points can be obtained by attending this course. Please contact your faculty for the recognition of performance for the doctoral degree.

 

  • Dr. Maia George
    Dr. Maia George is an academic facilitator and former researcher with expertise in various areas. Her diverse range of topics includes new work and time management in academia, scholarship applications, leveraging social media for transitioning to industry, the use of AI in academic work, and effective science communication.