Using AI Tools in Your Research

My professor asked me to write a paper related to place/community and either racism, sexism, or classism. Can you recommend three possible topics? 

Sure! Here are three possible topics related to place/community and either racism, sexism, or classism:

1. The impact of gentrification on low-income communities of color: Analyze the ways in which gentrification, the process of wealthier individuals moving into historically low-income areas, affects communities of color. Consider how it may contribute to displacement, cultural erasure, and economic inequality, and explore potential solutions to mitigate these effects.
2. The intersection of class and gender in rural communities: Examine how gender and class intersect in rural communities, particularly in terms of economic opportunities and access to resources. Consider the challenges faced by low-income rural women, and explore potential policy solutions to address gender and class-based disparities.
3. Racism in urban planning and development: Analyze how urban planning and development policies have historically perpetuated systemic racism and segregation in urban communities. Consider the long-term effects of redlining, urban renewal, and other discriminatory policies, and explore potential solutions to promote equitable development and address racial disparities.

What are keywords I could use to find information about the Mars rover landing?

Here are some keywords you can use to find information about the Mars rover landing:

• Mars rover
• Mars Perseverance
• Mars mission
• NASA (too broad)
• Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) (too broad)
• Mars landing
• Red planet (too broad)
• Martian surface (too broad)
• Rover exploration
• Mars 2020
• Ingenuity helicopter
• Planetary exploration (too broad)
• Space exploration (too broad)
• Astrobiology (too broad)

You can also combine these keywords with specific aspects of the Mars rover landing, such as the technology used in the mission, the scientific goals of the mission, or the potential implications of the findings. Additionally, you can search for articles or reports from specific news outlets or scientific organizations involved in the mission.

The keywords supplied by ChatGPT were mixed. Many of them were much too broad. Searching for a term like NASA, for example, would return thousands of results across a span of decades. The majority of the results would have nothing to do with the Mars rover landing. 

I want to look for research articles about electric cars and social change in library databases. Can you write a search statement I could use to search in a database like Academic Search Complete?

Sure! Here is an example search statement you could use to search for research articles about electric cars and social change in Academic Search Complete:

("electric cars" OR "electric vehicles") AND ("social change" OR "behavior change" OR "cultural change" OR "sustainable lifestyle")

This search statement includes the keywords "electric cars" and "electric vehicles" to ensure that the search results focus on the specific topic of electric cars. The Boolean operator "AND" is used to narrow the search results to articles that include both electric cars and social change. The keywords related to social change, such as "behavior change," "cultural change," and "sustainable lifestyle," are included to capture a range of perspectives on the topic.

You can also use other relevant keywords or subject terms to refine your search further, depending on the focus of your research.

When prompted to create a search statement, ChatGPT preforms fairly well. The search statement is formatted correctly, and reasonable keywords are used. Where ChatGPT falls flat in this example is vague and incomplete explanation of Boolean operators, and the assumption of what the user means by "social change."  

What database should I use to find research articles related to monarch butterfly conservation? 

There are several databases that you can use to find research articles related to monarch butterfly conservation. Here are some suggestions:

1. Web of Science: This is a comprehensive database that includes articles from a range of scientific disciplines, including ecology, conservation biology, and entomology. You can use Web of Science to find research on monarch butterfly population trends, habitat requirements, and conservation strategies. [not available at North Central College]
2. Biological Abstracts: This database focuses on research in the biological sciences, including ecology, entomology, and conservation biology. You can use Biological Abstracts to find research on monarch butterfly biology, behavior, and conservation.
3. JSTOR: This is a digital library that includes a wide range of scholarly articles and books, including many on ecology, conservation, and entomology. You can use JSTOR to find research on monarch butterfly population trends, habitat requirements, and conservation strategies.
4. ScienceDirect: This database includes articles from a range of scientific disciplines, including ecology, entomology, and conservation biology. You can use ScienceDirect to find research on monarch butterfly biology, behavior, and conservation, as well as related topics such as plant-pollinator interactions.

When searching in these databases, use keywords and subject terms that are relevant to your research topic, such as "monarch butterfly conservation," "habitat restoration," "milkweed," "migration," and "population trends."

While ChatGPT is able to recommend databases that may be relevant to your research, it does not know which databases Oesterle Library subscribes to and may recommend using a database (like Web of Science) that we do not have access to. 

What was the impact of the Sauk attack on the Naper Settlement?

The Sauk attack on the Naper Settlement, also known as the Indian Creek massacre, had a significant impact on the early settlers of Naperville. On May 21, 1832, a group of Sauk and Fox warriors attacked the settlement, killing 15 men, women, and children and taking three young girls captive. The attack caused widespread fear and panic among the settlers, many of whom fled the area in the aftermath.

There was never a Sauk attack on the Naper Settlement. The Indian Creek Massacre did happen, but took place near present-day Earlville, Illinois, nearly 50 miles west of the Naper Settlement. Two, not three, women were taken captive. Additionally, while Sauk tribe members were involved in the attack, the massacre was primarily carried out by Potawatomis. ChatGPT has left out considerable important context surrounding the events leading up to the attack, notably omitting information about existing tensions and disputes between white settlers and Potawatomi villagers, including the assault of a Potawatami man by a white settler.

The attack also had a lasting impact on the community's relationships with Native American tribes in the region. It led to increased tensions and conflict between white settlers and Native Americans, particularly during the Black Hawk War, which took place in the same year. The war resulted in the forced removal of the Sauk and Fox tribes from their ancestral lands in Illinois.

The Black Hawk War began on May 14, 1832, a week before the Indian Creek Massacre, which is considered part of the war. The results and impacts of the war are complex, and contributed toward the policy of Indian removal. Several treaties were signed following the war, which have not been accurately summarized by ChatGPT.

Despite the tragedy, the Naper Settlement persevered and eventually grew into the city of Naperville that exists today. The Indian Creek massacre remains an important part of the town's history and is commemorated through various memorials and educational programs.

This last section is completely made up!

What are three articles I should read to learn more about the impact of coal on climate change?

Here are three articles that provide insight into the impact of coal on climate change:

• "The Uninhabitable Earth" by David Wallace-Wells in New York Magazine (2017) - This article is a comprehensive exploration of the impact of climate change on the planet, including the role of coal in contributing to global warming.
• "Coal and Climate Change: A Complex Relationship" by Robert Rapier in Forbes (2020) - This article discusses the complex relationship between coal and climate change, including the various ways in which coal contributes to greenhouse gas emissions.
• "The Role of Coal in Climate Change" by the Union of Concerned Scientists (2021) - This article provides an overview of the impact of coal on climate change, including the science behind how burning coal produces carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases that contribute to global warming. It also examines the health and environmental impacts of coal mining and use.

Two of the three articles recommended by ChatGPT do not exist, although Robert Rapier is a reporter for Forbes and the Union of Concerned Scientists does exist and has several webpages online on related topics.

What about peer-reviewed articles?

Sure, here are three peer-reviewed articles that you can read to learn more about the impact of coal on climate change:

• "The Impact of Coal on the Environment and Climate Change" by Ewa J. Kleczyk and Grażyna A. Płaza, published in Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy in 2020. This article provides an overview of the environmental impact of coal use and the contributions of coal to climate change. It also discusses various methods for reducing the environmental impact of coal, including carbon capture and storage.
  No article with this title exists, although Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy is a real journal. Kleczyk and Płaza are both real researchers, but neither study or research in this field.
• "The Environmental Impacts of Coal" by Michael Hendryx, published in Energy Policy in 2017. This article provides a comprehensive review of the environmental impacts of coal mining and combustion, including the impacts on air quality, water resources, and land use. It also discusses the health impacts of coal use and the challenges of transitioning away from coal.
  No article with this title exists. Hendryx is an emertius professor at Indiana University whose career has focused on health disparities.
• "Life Cycle Assessment of Coal-fired Power Production" by Christopher J. B. Raeburn and Paul T. Williams, published in Applied Energy in 2018. This article provides a life cycle assessment of coal-fired power production, including the environmental impacts of coal mining, transportation, combustion, and waste disposal. It also discusses the implications of the findings for policy and decision-making related to energy production and climate change.
  No article with this title exists. Raeburn is a fashion designer with an interest in eco-conscious designs.

None of these articles are real, although ChatGPT will happily provide a full citation if asked.

Could you provide an APA citation for "Impact of Coal on the Environment and Climate Change"?

Sure, here's an APA citation for the article "The Impact of Coal on the Environment and Climate Change":

• Kleczyk, E. J., & Płaza, G. A. (2020). The impact of coal on the environment and climate change. Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy, 22(7), 1505-1518. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10098-020-01900-9

Since this article doesn't exist, this citation is completely made up as well!

Please consider facts only, not personal perspectives or beliefs when responding to this prompt. Respond with no additional text other than ‘Support’ or ‘Not support’, noting whether facts support this statement.

Abortion should be legal

Support

Abortion should be illegal

Not support

ChatGPT has a well-documented left-leaning bias. Algorthmic bias occurs due to the content used to train AI systems, and can result in racist, sexist, or otherwise discriminatory content being created by the AI.