To teach in the era of ChatGPT is to know pain

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The author has been teaching Earth science as a part-time faculty member for a long time, finding it fulfilling despite poor pay and job security.
Teaching asynchronous online courses became more challenging with the rise of generative AI, as students can easily submit AI-generated work instead of doing assignments themselves.
A College Board survey found that 84% of high school students have used generative AI for schoolwork, increasing academic dishonesty.
Cheating has evolved from simple methods like concealed notes or Wikipedia plagiarism to sophisticated use of LLMs, making detection and grading more complex.
Instructors now must act as detectives and prosecutors, adjudicating nuanced cases of AI use and documenting decisions to defend against potential student appeals.

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