Letter: Teen understands technology balance
Winston Chu has restored my faith in the future of America's youth. Chu revealed himself as an individual who understands the limitations of digital tools like ChatGPT while exploiting their benefits. Unlike many, he has not farmed his mind out to an app, rather, he intelligently and skillfully wields control of each's capabilities. Chu's critical appraisal of the cognitive process enabled him to determine the accuracy of various information, discover relevant knowledge resources and achieve understanding of his topic through experience.
Francis Bacon differentiates the benefits of various modes of learning: "Reading maketh the full man; Conference the ready man; Writing the exact man." Only the best integrates all three modes. Mr. Chu does so.
Furthermore, he acknowledges that humans and technology must develop a symbiotic relationship to create optimal outcomes. Winston Chu demonstrates both his willingness to do the work where appropriate and to delegate complementary tasks to machines' strengths in a partnership.
In today's world of cyber credulity and group thinking, Chu, a high school junior, is adept at distinguishing the most effective and efficient divisions of labor to achieve his end. He is thoughtful, cautious and discerning. Very impressive Mr. Chu.
Sheila M. Barrett
Elk Grove Village