Paul Holmes -
University
English Professor

Free Materials For ESL Teachers and Learners

“ChatGPT” ESL Discussion Questions

I. Understanding ChatGPT
1. What is ChatGPT?
2. Who created ChatGPT?
3. How does ChatGPT work?
4. Is ChatGPT a real person?
5. What makes ChatGPT different from other chatbots?

II. Uses of ChatGPT
6. Why do people use ChatGPT?
7. Can you ask ChatGPT for advice?
8. How do students benefit from ChatGPT?
9. In what professions is ChatGPT helpful?
10. Can businesses use ChatGPT for their work?

III. ChatGPT and Communication
11. How does ChatGPT communicate with people?
12. Can ChatGPT understand different languages?
13. What topics can you discuss with ChatGPT?
14. Is ChatGPT always correct in its answers?
15. How does ChatGPT handle difficult questions?

IV. Feelings about ChatGPT
16. How do you feel about talking to a machine?
17. Do you think ChatGPT is friendly?
18. Would you trust ChatGPT for important decisions?
19. How can ChatGPT be improved?
20. Are there things you wouldn’t ask ChatGPT?

V. ChatGPT in Society
21. How has ChatGPT affected the way people study?
22. Can ChatGPT replace human jobs?
23. How can ChatGPT help in medical or health fields?
24. How has ChatGPT changed entertainment?
25. What social impact has ChatGPT made?

VI. Safety and Ethics of ChatGPT
26. Is it safe to use ChatGPT?
27. Can ChatGPT keep your information private?
28. What are the ethical concerns regarding ChatGPT?
29. How does OpenAI ensure ChatGPT is used correctly?
30. Should there be rules about how ChatGPT is used?

VII. The Future with ChatGPT
31. How do you see ChatGPT evolving in the next 5 years?
32. Will more people use ChatGPT in the future?
33. How can ChatGPT be integrated into classrooms?
34. What new features would you like to see in ChatGPT?
35. Do you think there will be more chatbots like ChatGPT?

VIII. Technical Aspects of ChatGPT
36. How is ChatGPT trained?
37. What are the limitations of ChatGPT?
38. How is ChatGPT updated with new information?
39. Can ChatGPT make mistakes?
40. How does ChatGPT handle controversial topics?

IX. Interactions with ChatGPT
41. Have you ever had a funny conversation with ChatGPT?
42. What was the most useful answer ChatGPT gave you?
43. Can you ask ChatGPT personal questions?
44. How does ChatGPT make conversations engaging?
45. Can you teach ChatGPT new things?

X. ChatGPT and Creativity
46. Can ChatGPT write poems or stories?
47. How can artists use ChatGPT for their work?
48. Does ChatGPT have emotions or feelings?
49. Can ChatGPT help with brainstorming ideas?
50. What’s the most creative use of ChatGPT you’ve heard of?

XI. ChatGPT and Learning
51. How can ChatGPT assist in learning new languages?
52. Can ChatGPT help with homework?
53. How can teachers use ChatGPT in their lessons?
54. What are the benefits of using ChatGPT for education?
55. Are there subjects that ChatGPT isn’t good at?

XII. Personal Opinions on ChatGPT
56. Would you recommend ChatGPT to your friends?
57. Do you think ChatGPT makes life easier or more complicated?
58. How often do you think you’d use ChatGPT?
59. What’s the biggest advantage of ChatGPT?
60. Are there things you’re wary or skeptical about regarding ChatGPT?