Example prompt: I am a college accounting teacher. Students need to know formulas in order to solve problems. How can I assess my students in cost accounting and know they didn't use AI to solve the problem for them?"
"ChatGPT response: Assessing cost accounting students while ensuring they are not relying on AI for answers requires a combination of strategies. Here are some approaches:"
1. Require Step-by-Step Work
Have students show all calculations and thought processes, not just the final answer.
Require explanations of why they used a specific formula or approach.
2. Use Timed, Proctored Exams
Conduct timed quizzes or exams in a controlled environment (in-person or using proctoring software).
Set up randomized question pools to prevent students from receiving identical problems.
3. Application-Based Questions
Use real-world scenarios where students must justify their approach rather than just plug in numbers.
Ask them to analyze financial statements and make decisions rather than solve purely computational problems.
4. Oral or Video Explanations
Have students record short videos explaining their solutions.
Conduct brief one-on-one discussions to assess their understanding.
5. Handwritten Work Submission
Require students to upload photos or scans of handwritten calculations to ensure they worked through the problem manually.
6. Use AI to Your Advantage
Assign problems that require critical thinking beyond AI-generated solutions.
Have students critique AI-generated answers to spot errors or inefficiencies.
