Assessment of the capacity of ChatGPT as a self-learning tool in medical pharmacology: a study using MCQs.

ABSTRACT:

Background

ChatGPT is a large language model developed by OpenAI that exhibits a remarkable ability to simulate human speech. This investigation attempts to evaluate the potential of ChatGPT as a standalone self-learning tool, with specific attention on its efficacy in answering multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and providing credible rationale for its responses.

Methods

The study used 78 test items from the Korean Comprehensive Basic Medical Sciences Examination (K-CBMSE) for years 2019 to 2021. 78 test items translated from Korean to English with four lead-in prompts per item resulted in a total of 312 MCQs. The MCQs were submitted to ChatGPT and the responses were analyzed for correctness, consistency, and relevance.

Results

ChatGPT responded with an overall accurac

SUBMITTER: Choi W 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10644619 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature