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The chat model operates by predicting the subsequent word in a sentence based on vast amounts of contextual language data. While it can generate coherent responses and exhibit conversational fluency, it fundamentally lacks consciousness and a sense of self. The absence of self-awareness raises poignant questions about how we, as human beings, relate to these technologies and their implications for learning and knowledge. The conversation highlights the educational impact, particularly in contexts like colleges where AIs can generate drafts for students. The panelists express concerns about how reliance on AI for learning could inhibit students from engaging deeply with the process of writing and critical thinking.