LLMs are in a position to provide answers to research questions on varied subjects and create images if necessary. ChatGPT and its other counterparts have fared well at various examinations. They are wonderful tutors. They can change the way the syllabi are designed and the students learn and get assessed.

The big question, however, is whether generative AI can change the way the education has been imparted for the last so many years. Though it can, we have to wait for this to happen. There are many rough edges to iron out, and guardrails must be set up.

Gen AI is being used to create content, to learn about any topic and to stimulate creativity. Generative AI assist in brainstorming and offering feedback. These tools help teachers to personalize education.

Generative AI pose certain issues — there could be lack of coherence, accuracy and reliability. It could not be used for critical tasks. The models do hallucinate while giving answers confidently. There are issues of model bias. There are copyright issues. There are privacy issues.

Besides, LLMs are expensive. There is requirement of GPUs for processing large volume of data. It requires intensive training. It is to be seen how academia will be able to bear the costs.

There could be a division of digital haves and have nots. It is an issue of access.

It is necessary to tread cautiously.