The Minister of Higher Education of Malaysia, YB Datuk Seri Haji Mohamed Khaled Bin Nordin, recently stated in a press conference that Malaysian university students will be allowed to use ChatGPT to answer questions as long as they meet the established criteria.
The minister expressed that ChatGPT is expected to become a norm in the future, and therefore, Malaysia should not and will not ban its usage. However, the minister mentioned that some foreign countries strictly prohibit the use of ChatGPT in academic settings due to concerns about academic integrity.
The minister emphasized that instead of outright banning ChatGPT, it would be more appropriate to release guidelines for its usage. These guidelines would help students determine the appropriate scope and situations for utilizing ChatGPT, thereby preventing academic misconduct issues from arising in Malaysia.
In conclusion, the minister expressed an open-minded perspective, stating that ChatGPT and other AI technologies should be adopted as learning tools and can be beneficial for students. However, he emphasized that students must adhere to the provided guidelines and use ChatGPT in appropriate contexts to avoid potential issues related to academic integrity.
