ChatGPT with 2-step prompting: The Powerhouse of Text Analysis in the Classroom and Beyond

 

Unlocking the full potential of ChatGPT: 2-step prompting. Text analysis reveals the chatbot’s action behind the scenes.

Can ChatGPT's text analytics capabilities be helpful for language learning in the classroom?

Yes, ChatGPT's text analytics capabilities could potentially be helpful for language learning in the classroom.

ChatGPT's ability to understand and generate natural language text can be leveraged to support language learning in the classroom. For example, ChatGPT could be used to:

• Provide instant feedback and corrections on written or spoken language assignments
• Generate practice exercises and tests to help students reinforce their language skills
• Engage students in conversational practice, allowing them to apply and develop their language skills in a natural, interactive setting
• Provide personalized language learning support by recommending resources and exercises based on students' strengths and weaknesses

However, it is important to note that ChatGPT is a tool, and the success of using it for language learning will ultimately depend on the quality of the educational materials and the effectiveness of the teaching methods.

In this study, we investigated the ability of ChatGPT, a trained machine learning model, to give us an overview of a novel from different points of view. The analysis included examining the main character, his character traits, both internal and external features, his philosophical reflections, and the social circumstances surrounding him. Our experimental strategy was “2-step-prompting”: first, we let ChatGPT create a list of five possible prompts and then executed these. In addition, we compared the answers for two options: entering all prompts in the same chat or individual chats per prompt. The results gave us a look behind the scenes of ChatGTPs crafting, namely the balance of exploiting an extensive knowledge base and exploring new material.

Can ChatGPT help analyze a novel?

Yes, ChatGPT can help analyze a novel. Here are five ways ChatGPT could be used to analyze a novel:

1. Sentiment analysis: ChatGPT could be used to determine the overall sentiment expressed in the novel, such as whether it is positive, negative, or neutral.

2. Named entity recognition: ChatGPT could be used to identify and extract proper nouns, such as people, places, and organizations, mentioned in the novel.

3. Character analysis: ChatGPT could be used to analyze and compare the dialogue and behavior of different characters in the novel, including their relationships with each other and their role in the story.

4. Theme extraction: ChatGPT could be used to identify recurring themes and motifs in the novel, such as love, death, or power, and how they relate to the plot and characters.

5. Summarization: ChatGPT could be used to generate a summary of the novel, providing a condensed version of the plot, characters, and themes for readers who may not have the time or inclination to read the full text.

1. Let ChatGTP generate five possible prompts for a text analysis

2. Use these prompts to get a more prosperous result

In English lessons, we read A Part-time Indian by Sherman Alexie, which includes summarizing individual topics, the characteristics of the characters, and their environment. With the advent of ChatGPT (November 30, 2022), the question is how the chatbot can help shape this work.

As we have learned from many publications since then, the key to success is the prompt, i.e., how you present your question to ChatGPT. We call our approach 2-step prompting: first, we let ChatGPT create a list of 5 possible prompts, then execute them.

Let’s get started: we ask ChatGPT to provide five possible prompts.

Prompt to let ChatGPT create five prompts

I intend to write a summary of A Part-time Indian with the help of ChatGPT. Content parts may be character traits and appearance, the plot, the social environment of Junior, his thoughts on life, and self-improvement. Please create a list of five possible prompts to enter for ChatGTP.

ChatGPTs answer

1. “Provide a summary of the character traits and appearance of Junior in A Part-time Indian.”
2. “Outline the plot of A Part-time Indian and its main events.”
3. “Explain the social environment of Junior in A Part-time Indian and its impact on his life.”
4. “What are Junior’s thoughts on life and self-improvement in A Part-time Indian?”
5. “Provide a summary of the main themes in A Part-time Indian and how they are portrayed in the novel.”

It is optional to read the sections word for word. It is better to get an overall impression and see the trends. “Same chat” means we enter prompts 1 to 5 within the same chat. “New chat” means we enter the subsequent prompts 2 through 5 in an individual chat for each prompt, respectively.

Prompt 1, same chat

Provide a summary of the character traits and appearance of Junior in A Part-time Indian.

ChatGPT’s same chat answer 1

In Sherman Alexie’s novel “The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian,” the main character is Arnold Spirit Jr, or “Junior” for short. Junior is a 14-year-old boy who lives on the Spokane Indian Reservation in Washington state. He is a troubled and complicated character, who is often bullied and physically abused by his classmates. He is also a victim of poverty and the lack of opportunities on the reservation. He is also a victim of poverty and the lack of opportunities on the reservation. He is an introverted and reflective person, who feels out of place and disconnected from his community. He is also an artist, and is often seen drawing cartoons in his notebook. Physically, Junior has a large head and is always described as “ugly” due to a condition called hydrocephalus, which causes his head to be larger than normal, and has a few side effects like facial paralysis, and a stutter. He has a glass eye, which he often uses as a prop in his cartoons. Despite all of the challenges he faces, Junior is determined to improve his life and break away from the limitations of the reservation. He dreams of becoming a cartoonist and attending an all-white high school in the nearby town.

Prompt 1, new chat

Provide a summary of the character traits and appearance of Junior in A Part-time Indian.

ChatGPT’s new chat answer 1

Junior, also known as Arnold Spirit Jr., is the protagonist of the novel “The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian” by Sherman Alexie. He is a 14-year-old boy who lives on the Spokane Indian Reservation in Wellpinit, Washington. Junior is a talented cartoonist and artist, and throughout the novel, he uses his drawings to express his thoughts and feelings. He is also a thoughtful and introspective character, who is very aware of the poverty and poverty-related issues that plague his community. He is often frustrated by the lack of opportunities and resources on the reservation, and decides to attend a mostly white high school off the reservation in order to get a better education. Junior is also physically described as having a “brain damage” from a hydrocephaly that he had as a baby. He is often bullied and has a hard time making friends due to his physical appearance.

The same-chat character count is significantly higher, about 1200 vs. 900. Why is this? Other results indicate that the difference is too significant for a statistical fluctuation. A tentative explanation: same chat 1 is not the initial prompt. There is a history, the prompt for the five prompts. It provided an opportunity for ChatGTP to become familiar with the subject.