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The Thomistic Institute
ChatGPT and the Foolishness of Speech | Prof. Jane Sloan Peters
Jul 24, 2024
Prof. Jane Sloan Peters discusses AI ChatGPT from a Thomistic perspective, comparing human intelligence and AI speech. The podcast explores ChatGPT's language understanding, Aquinas' views on human speech, and the ethical implications of using AI in academia. Aquinas' comparison of human and divine speech is also analyzed, emphasizing the role of human communication in deepening one's connection with God.
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- AI's rapid advancements in mimicking human conversation and passing comprehension tests prompt debates on its role in communication and potential to surpass human intelligence.
- Aquinas's perspective on human speech, reflecting the divine Word and emphasizing imperfections, challenges the use of AI-generated content in intellectual growth.
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Artificial Intelligence: Humanity's Battle and Complicated Relationship
Artificial intelligence, exemplified by Deep Blue's victory over Gary Kasparov and modern iterations like GPT-4, raises the philosophical debate of machine versus man. The ability of AI to mimic human conversation and pass comprehension tests like the Turing test highlights its rapid advancements. Questions of whether AI like GPT-4 can aid or hinder human communication, or potentially surpass human intelligence, are central concerns provoking enthusiasm and skepticism across different sectors.
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