Table 6.

Focus group discussion: advantages and disadvantages of using ChatGPT/AI—feedback from CLS and DCLS participants

CLS Participants (n = 13)
Advantages
  • User-friendly interface

  • Prompt responses to queries

  • Ability to generate both textual content and images

Disadvantages
  • Accuracy may vary

  • Information provided need further verification

DCLS Participants (n = 5)
Advantages
  • Efficiency: rapid generation of outline or algorithms

  • Research support: valuable for synthesizing and summarizing large volumes of information

  • Consultation aid: serves as a tool for exploring ideas or gathering initial insights

  • Inclusivity: multilingual capabilities make it accessible to diverse users

  • Innovation: promotes integration of emerging technologies in education and practice

Disadvantages
  • Accuracy concerns: potential for incorrect or misleading information, especially in complex scenarios.

  • Critical thinking limitations: lacks the ability to evaluate context or consider interferences in lab tests.

  • Algorithm inadequacy: may recommend tests or solutions without adequate reasoning

  • Overuse risks: can lead to unnecessary tests or reliance on AI without focused direction

  • Reliability issues: misinterpretation of results could lead to unreliable outcomes in decision-making