ChatGPT users began to report on the appearance of a new mode of interaction with artificial intelligence — "Learning together". This feature appeared in the drop-down list of tools for individual subscribers and, in all likelihood, is at the stage of limited testing. An official announcement from OpenAI has not yet been received, but the bot itself confirms the existence of the mode, noting that the terms and conditions for its wide availability remain unclear.
The main difference between the new mode is the changed interaction logic. Previously, ChatGPT was primarily a source of ready-made answers, but now it seeks to involve the user in the learning process: it asks clarifying questions, encourages reasoning, and offers step-by-step solutions to problems. Users compare this to Google's LearnLM educational strategy, designed for active dialogue between AI and learners.
One of the potential areas of development of the feature is "group mode", which will allow several users to simultaneously participate in the learning process within the same chat. This opportunity can significantly change the approach to online learning, opening up new horizons for collaboration and pedagogical interaction.
The introduction of the "Learning Together" mode reflects the continued expansion of ChatGPT's influence in the educational field. Today, the platform is actively used by teachers to prepare educational materials, and students - to search for information and complete tasks. The new feature can be a response to challenges related to the unethical use of AI in the academic environment, including issues of plagiarism and substitution of independent work.
A number of education professionals have already expressed cautious interest in the innovation. In their opinion, the transition from a monologue model to a dialogue can improve the quality of training, stimulate critical thinking and reduce dependence on ready-made solutions. However, the final evaluation of the function's effectiveness will require analysis of real-world application cases and feedback from users.
Against the background of increasing competition in the field of educational technologies, OpenAI's move can be seen as an attempt to gain a foothold in the digital learning segment and offer an alternative to traditional platforms. At the same time, the question remains whether ChatGPT in the new mode will become a tool for the development of education or a risk to academic integrity.
