Using ChatGPT for Assignments | Tips & Examples

First input

Develop three possible research questions on the following topic: “The influence of social media on political opinion formation.”

ChatGPT output

1. To what extent does exposure to diverse political perspectives on social media affect individuals’ political opinions and behaviors?
2. How does the personalized algorithm of social media platforms shape the formation of political opinions among its users?
3. What are the underlying factors that determine the effect of social media on political opinion formation, and how can they be measured and analyzed?

Second input

Based on the second research question, develop three further research questions on the topic of polarization in US politics.

• Build my scientific method, qualitative discourse analysis, into each question
• Include the term “filter bubble” in each question

ChatGPT output

1. How does the filter bubble effect on social media platforms contribute to the polarization of political attitudes in the US? A qualitative discourse analysis.
2. What is the role of filter bubbles in perpetuating and reinforcing political echo chambers in the US? A qualitative discourse analysis.
3. How does the influence of filter bubbles on social media affect the ability of individuals to engage in productive political discourse across ideological divides in the US? A qualitative discourse analysis.

Third input

Try to incorporate “qualitative discourse analysis” into the questions themselves, instead of using it as a separate sentence.

ChatGPT output

1. How does a qualitative discourse analysis of filter bubble effect on social media platforms contribute to understanding the polarization of political attitudes in the US?
2. What is the contribution of a qualitative discourse analysis to understanding the role of filter bubbles in perpetuating and reinforcing political echo chambers in the US?
3. How does a qualitative discourse analysis of the influence of filter bubbles on social media inform our understanding of the ability of individuals to engage in productive political discourse across ideological divides in the US?

First input

Create an outline for an academic research paper with the following research question:

“What is the contribution of a qualitative discourse analysis to understanding the role of filter bubbles in perpetuating and reinforcing political echo chambers in the US?”

The paper will be about 8 pages long.

ChatGPT output

1. Introduction
   1. 1. Background information on filter bubbles and political echo chambers
      2. Purpose of the study
      3. Research question
      4. Thesis statement
2. Literature Review
   1. 1. Definition and concept of filter bubbles
      2. Definition and concept of political echo chambers
      3. Previous studies on the role of filter bubbles in perpetuating and reinforcing political echo chambers
      4. Critiques and limitations of previous studies
3. Methodology
   1. 1. Research design
      2. Participants
      3. Data collection and analysis
      4. Validity and reliability
4. Results
   1. 1. Findings from qualitative discourse analysis
      2. Results related to the research question
      3. Implications of the findings
5. Discussion
   1. 1. Interpretation of the results
      2. Comparison with previous studies
      3. Limitations of the study
      4. Implications for future research
6. Conclusion
   1. 1. Summary of the results
      2. Implications for understanding the role of filter bubbles in perpetuating and reinforcing political echo chambers
      3. Conclusion and recommendations for future research
7. References
   1. 1. List of references used in the paper
8. Appendices
   1. 1. Data collection materials
      2. Examples of qualitative data analysis

Second input

This seems like too much information to fit into only 8 pages. Can you condense the outline, for example removing the appendices and simplifying the structure?

ChatGPT output

1. Introduction
   1. 1. Background on filter bubbles and political echo chambers
      2. Purpose of the study
      3. Research question
      4. Thesis statement
2. Literature Review
   1. 1. Definition of filter bubbles and political echo chambers
      2. Previous studies on the role of filter bubbles
      3. Limitations of previous studies
3. Methodology
   1. 1. Research design
      2. Participants
      3. Data collection and analysis
4. Results
   1. 1. Findings from qualitative discourse analysis
      2. Results related to the research question
      3. Implications of the findings
5. Discussion
   1. 1. Interpretation of the results
      2. Limitations of the study
      3. Implications for future research
6. Conclusion
   1. 1. Summary of the results
      2. Implications for understanding the role of filter bubbles
      3. Final thoughts
7. References
   1. 1. List of references used in the paper

First input

What types of sources could I use to write a paper on the following research question?

“What is the contribution of a qualitative discourse analysis to understanding the role of filter bubbles in perpetuating and reinforcing political echo chambers in the US?”

ChatGPT output

When writing a paper on the contribution of qualitative discourse analysis to understanding the role of filter bubbles in perpetuating and reinforcing political echo chambers in the US, you could use the following types of sources:

1. Academic journals and articles: These are a good place to start when you’re looking for information on specific topics and they can provide you with in-depth analysis and perspectives on the topic at hand.
2. Books and book chapters: These sources can provide comprehensive overviews of a particular topic and can also offer theoretical frameworks and historical perspectives.
3. Government reports and studies: Government agencies, such as the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), may have conducted studies on the role of filter bubbles in perpetuating political echo chambers.
4. News articles and media reports: These sources can provide insight into the current state of the issue, as well as opinions from various stakeholders.
5. Online sources: Websites, blogs, and online forums can provide a range of perspectives on the topic and can also be useful in exploring the experiences of individuals who are affected by filter bubbles and political echo chambers.
6. Data and statistics: Relevant data and statistics on the prevalence and impact of filter bubbles and political echo chambers in the US can be useful in providing evidence to support your arguments.
7. Expert interviews and focus groups: Conducting expert interviews or focus groups with individuals who have experience with or knowledge of the topic can provide valuable insights and perspectives that can be used to support your arguments.

Input

Paraphrase the following text:

“A filter bubble results from a social media algorithm’s attempts to cater to an individual user based on data such as their search history and previous behavior on the site. It results in the user only being presented with information that confirms their biases.”

Restructure the sentences and use other phrasings for the following parts:

• “results from”
• “only being presented with”

ChatGPT output

“A filter bubble is created when a social media algorithm customizes its content for a particular user based on their data, such as their search history and past actions on the platform. This leads to the user being confined to information that reinforces their pre-existing beliefs.”

[Text you want to get feedback on.]

ChatGPT output

Thank you for submitting your research paper for review. Let me provide you with my constructive criticism:

Clarity of Explanations: Overall, the explanations are clear and concise, but there are a few areas that could benefit from additional clarification. For example, in the first paragraph, you mention “the mental lexicon,” but do not provide a definition or further explanation for what this is. It would also be helpful to provide a definition of “lemma.”

Smoothness of Language: The language in the paper is generally smooth, but there are a few instances where it could be refined. For example, the sentence “The symptoms vary from adding superfluous words and taking pauses to hoarseness of the voice” could be rephrased to “The symptoms of these disorders can range from excessive use of words and pauses to hoarseness.”

Structure of Text: The structure of the text is clear, with each paragraph building on the previous one. However, the transition between the first two paragraphs could be smoother. Perhaps you could add a sentence or two to bridge the gap between the two topics.

In conclusion, your paper is well-written, but there are a few areas where it could benefit from some refinement. Keep up the good work! If you have any questions or would like to discuss my comments further, please let me know.