Finding Forgotten Chinese Women: Critically Engaging with ChatGPT-Generated History

This assignment, by Shu Wan, is from the TextGenEd: Continuing Experiments collection on the WAC Clearinghouse website.

The summary from the site explains:

This assignment asks students to compare descriptions of influential female figures from Chinese history generated by ChatGPT and in academic writings with those of their male counterparts. Afterwards, students write a short reflective essay addressing the bias in the historical representations of ChatGPT-generated information. With this assignment, students will recognize the risk of unconditional reliance on ChatGPT and other Generative AI applications. Moreover, they are expected to rethink Chinese history from the gendered and feminist perspective.

Key Features of This Assignment

Critical Analysis of AI-Generated History
Students learn to assess AI-created historical narratives, identifying biases, gaps, and inaccuracies in AI-generated content.
Ethical Engagement with AI
By examining how AI represents marginalized voices, students develop a deeper understanding of ethical responsibilities in historical writing and digital literacy.
Research and Source Evaluation
Students strengthen their research skills by comparing AI-generated narratives with primary and secondary sources to ensure accuracy and inclusivity in historical writing.