※ On the Book’s Day of May, I put a series of questions to ChatGPT on the issue of summary reading.
Against my expectations, ChatGPT responded to the plain and even silly questionnaires with lengthy answers in depth, which will be translated into Korean tomorrow.
⇒ Interview with ChatGPT in Korean
Questionnaires
1. LLM으로서 챗GPT가 이용자의 작업지시를 받은 것 중에서 문서 요약("서머리")을 요구받는 것의 비중은 얼마나 되는가? 최근 시점의 건수 기준 통계수치를 말해달라. 그게 없으면 외국어 번역 요청과 단순 비교한다면 어느 쪽이 더 많은가?
2. 신문의 사건기사, 스포츠 보도 등 서머리에 적합한 문서는 따로 있지 않은가? 솔직히 말해서 일반적인 독서의 태도로서는 바람직해 보이진 않는다.
서머리하기에 부작합한 글도 있지 않은가? 예컨대 문학작품으로서 위트있는 대화, 분위기 묘사, 심경의 변화, 의식의 흐름이 중요한 글은 서머리보다 직접 읽어보라고 권장해야 할 것이다.
4. 이 때문에 YouTube를 보면 영화나 드라마 요약같이 핵심이 되는 장면장면을 대사 포함 연결하여 편집한 영상도 인기가 많다. 문학작품의 서머리에 있어서도 의도적으로 이런 방법을 쓸 수는 없겠는가?
5. 영미권의 글 중에서 서머리가 가장 많이 요청받는 글을 5개만 열거해 달라.
6. 줄거리 외의 요소가 중요한 글, 즉 서머리에 부적합한 글도 5개만 열거해 달라.
7. 독서를 많이 하는 것은 글쓰기 훈련용으로 반드시 필요하기 때문이다. 그렇다면 서머리를 좋아해서는 안되는 사람의 유형이 있다고 보는가? 이를테면 필립 K. 딕 같은 창의적 작가는 평소 서머리를 읽어서는 안 될 사람으로 보인다.
8. 읽는 것 자체만으로 생각의 근육을 키우기에 적합한 글이 있다고 보는가? 교육 목적을 위해 이러한 훈련용으로 적합한 소설이나 논설을 5개만 추천해 달라.
9. 서머리에 한번 익숙해지면 계속 남의 서머리에 의존하게 될 것 같다. 어리석은 질문이지만 이를 피할 수 있는 무슨 방법이 있겠는가?
10. 정책적으로 서머리를 요구하는 이용자에게 서머리만 읽다모면 글쓰기 능력이 퇴화할 수 있다는 경고성 면책 문구(Disclaimer)를 내놓을 용의는 없는가?
Q1. As an AI language model, how much of the work ChatGPT has received from users is requested to summarize documents? Can you give us a statistic based on the number of cases recently? If not, how would you compare it to foreign language translation requests?
A1. I apologize for the confusion of LLM as Master of Comparative Law earlier. As an LLM or large language model, I don't have access to the exact statistics on the number of cases recently that require document summarization or foreign language translation. However, I can provide some general information on the usage patterns of my services.
As a language model, I am often used to summarize legal documents such as court opinions, briefs, contracts, and other legal texts. The frequency of such requests can vary depending on the needs of the users and the specific domain of law in question. However, I don't have access to the exact number of such requests.
Regarding foreign language translation, this is another common task for which I am frequently used. The demand for this service can also vary depending on the needs of the users and the languages involved. However, in my experience, the demand for foreign language translation is generally higher than the demand for document summarization.
Ultimately, the frequency of these requests can vary depending on the needs of the users and the specific domain of law in question. As an LLM or large language model, my primary goal is to provide accurate and reliable assistance to users seeking legal language support.
Q2. Thanks. Are there certain types of documents that are better suited for summarization, such as legal documents, newspaper articles and sports reports? To be honest, it doesn't seem desirable as a general reading attitude.
A2. Yes, certain types of documents are better suited for summarization than others. In general, documents that contain a lot of detailed information that can be distilled into key points are good candidates for summarization. Legal documents, news articles, and academic papers are often good candidates for summarization.
For example, in the case of legal documents, summarization can be especially useful when the user needs to quickly understand the main arguments and key points of a lengthy court opinion or legal brief. Similarly, in the case of news articles, summarization can be useful when the user wants to quickly get a sense of the main events and key takeaways of a news story.
However, it's worth noting that not all documents are well-suited for summarization. Some documents may contain complex ideas that cannot be easily summarized without losing important nuances and details. In these cases, a detailed reading of the entire document may be necessary to fully understand the ideas presented.
Ultimately, the decision to summarize a document depends on the user's specific needs and goals. While summarization can be a useful tool for quickly understanding the main points of a document, it's important to keep in mind that it may not always capture all the nuances and details of the original text.
Q3. You are right. I think there are some types of articles that are not suitable for summarizing. For example, as a literary work, articles that are important for witty dialogues, atmosphere description, change of mind, and stream of consciousness should be recommended to be read directly rather than summarized.
A3. Yes, you are absolutely right. Literary works are a great example of texts that may not be well-suited for summarization. Novels, short stories, and other literary works often contain a wealth of nuance, detail, and complexity that cannot be easily captured in a summary. Elements such as witty dialogue, atmosphere description, and stream of consciousness can be essential to the overall reading experience and may be lost in a summary.
In cases where the user is interested in the full literary experience, it's often best to read the original work in its entirety rather than relying on a summary. Summaries may be useful as a tool for quickly understanding the main plot points or themes of a work, but they cannot fully capture the richness and depth of a well-written literary work.
Ultimately, the decision to summarize or read a text in full depends on the user's specific needs and goals. For literary works, a detailed reading of the entire text may be necessary to fully appreciate the artistry and craft of the author's writing.
Q4. Yes, I think so. What I meant is why movie/drama summaries are so popular on YouTube, where key scenes are edited together with dialogues. Why don’t you do the same with literary summaries?
A4. As an AI language model, I do not have a YouTube channel or produce video content. However, I understand your question and the popularity of movie/drama summaries on YouTube.
The reason why video summaries of movies and dramas are so popular on YouTube is that they offer a quick and engaging way to understand the key plot points and themes of a work. Videos can provide visual and audio elements that enhance the viewer's understanding of the story, making it more entertaining and engaging than simply reading a written summary.
While it is possible to create similar video summaries of literary works, it may be more challenging to capture the full complexity and richness of the text in a short video. Literary works often contain subtleties and nuances that cannot be easily conveyed through visual elements alone. Additionally, some readers may prefer to read the full text of a literary work to fully appreciate the author's writing style and narrative techniques.
That being said, there are some YouTube channels and other online resources that offer video summaries of literary works, often in the form of book reviews or literary analysis. These videos can be a useful tool for quickly understanding the main plot points and themes of a work, but they may not fully capture the depth and richness of the text.
Q5. Many thanks. Your suggestion is highly informative. Then can you list the top five most requested summaries regardless of forms or types – video, audio, narrative, etc. in English-language literature.
A5. As an AI language model, I do not have access to specific statistics on the most requested summaries in English-language literature. However, based on my experience in processing a large amount of textual data, I can offer some insights into the types of texts that are commonly summarized:
1) Classic novels: Classic novels such as "To Kill a Mockingbird," "The Great Gatsby," and "Pride and Prejudice" are often summarized, as they are widely studied in schools and universities and are frequently included on reading lists.
2) Self-help books: Self-help books, such as "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People," "How to Win Friends and Influence People," and "The Power of Now," are often summarized, as they provide practical advice on personal and professional development.
3) Business and management books: Business and management books, such as "Good to Great," "The Lean Startup," and "The Innovator's Dilemma," are often summarized, as they offer insights into how to build and run successful businesses.
4) Academic papers: Academic papers, such as scientific research articles and dissertations, are often summarized, as they can contain complex and technical information that can be difficult to understand without a summary.
5) News articles: News articles on current events and breaking news are often summarized, as they provide a quick way to understand the key developments and events happening in the world.
It's worth noting that these are just a few examples, and the types of texts that are summarized can vary widely depending on the individual user's needs and interests.
Q6. Very interesting information. May I ask you to list five novel or books in which elements other than plot are important, and so much not suitable for summarization. I can say, isn’t it the Bible?
A6. Certainly! There are many works of literature in which elements other than plot are important and may not be well-suited for summarization. Here are five examples:
1) "Ulysses" by James Joyce: This modernist novel is known for its complex narrative structure, stream-of-consciousness style, and innovative use of language. The book is heavily focused on the characters' inner thoughts and experiences, making it difficult to summarize without losing much of the depth and complexity of the work.
2) "Infinite Jest" by David Foster Wallace: This postmodern novel is known for its intricate plot, vast array of characters, and unconventional narrative structure. The book includes footnotes and endnotes that are an integral part of the story and cannot be easily summarized without losing much of the novel's complexity and depth.
3) "Beloved" by Toni Morrison: This novel tells the story of a former slave who is haunted by the ghost of her daughter. The book is known for its lyrical prose, vivid imagery, and exploration of themes such as memory, trauma, and identity. Much of the power of the novel comes from Morrison's use of language, which cannot be fully captured in a summary.
4) "To the Lighthouse" by Virginia Woolf: This modernist novel is known for its experimental narrative style and exploration of themes such as memory, time, and perception. The book is heavily focused on the characters' inner experiences and thoughts, making it difficult to summarize without losing much of the novel's depth and complexity.
5) "The Bible": This religious text is known for its importance to the world's major monotheistic religions, as well as its influence on literature, art, and culture. The Bible includes a wide variety of genres and forms, including poetry, prophecy, history, and apocalyptic literature. The book is heavily focused on themes such as morality, faith, and redemption, which cannot be easily summarized without losing much of the depth and complexity of the text.
Q7. Wonderful. My next question is that I’m sure reading a lot is essential for writing training. Do you think there are certain types of people who shouldn't like summary reading? For example, creative writers like Philip K. Dick shouldn't normally read summary reading.
A7. As an AI language model, I don't have the ability to form opinions or beliefs, but I can provide information on how summary reading may be useful or not useful for different types of people, including creative writers like Philip K. Dick.
Summary reading can be a useful tool for people who want to quickly understand the main ideas and key points of a text. It can save time and effort, especially for those who have busy schedules or need to read large amounts of text for work or school. However, summary reading may not be suitable for everyone, and some people may prefer to read the full text to fully experience and appreciate its language, style, and literary techniques.
For creative writers like Philip K. Dick, reading the full text of a work can be an important part of the writing process, as it allows them to study and learn from the language, style, and techniques used by other writers. In addition, reading the full text can provide inspiration and ideas for their own writing. However, even for writers, there may be times when summary reading can be useful, such as when they need to quickly get an overview of a large amount of text or when they are researching a particular topic and need to read a wide range of sources.
In summary, whether summary reading is suitable or not depends on the individual's needs and preferences, as well as the purpose of the reading. While some people, such as creative writers, may prefer to read the full text, summary reading can be a useful tool for those who need to quickly understand the main ideas and key points of a text.
Q8. You’re absolutely right. But the real situation is quite different from what we can imagine. Most of students at each level of education likely think they are in need of time saving reading materials because of time restraint at school. Do you think there are any texts that are suitable for building thinking muscles just by reading? For educational purposes, please recommend five novels or articles that are suitable for such training.
A8. Certainly, there are many texts that are suitable for building thinking skills and critical reading. Here are five novels and articles that may be useful for such training:
1) "1984" by George Orwell: This classic dystopian novel explores themes of totalitarianism, censorship, and surveillance. It encourages readers to think critically about power structures, government control, and the importance of free speech and independent thought.
2) "The Republic" by Plato: This philosophical work presents a vision of an ideal society and discusses concepts such as justice, virtue, and the nature of reality. It encourages readers to think deeply about political and ethical questions and to question their own assumptions and beliefs.
3) "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot: This nonfiction book tells the story of a woman whose cells were taken without her knowledge or consent and used in medical research. It raises questions about medical ethics, scientific progress, and the rights of individuals and communities.
4) "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander: This nonfiction book examines the impact of the criminal justice system on Black communities in the United States. It encourages readers to think critically about issues such as racism, mass incarceration, and the role of the justice system in society.
5) "A Modest Proposal" by Jonathan Swift: This satirical essay proposes a shocking solution to the problem of poverty in Ireland. It encourages readers to think critically about social and economic issues and to question the assumptions and beliefs of those in power.
These texts are just a few examples of works that can help build critical thinking skills and encourage deeper engagement with complex issues.
Q9. Thank you very much for your highly useful suggestion. I appreciate it.
Do you think that once those common students get used to reaing summaries, they will continue to rely on other people's summaries? This is a silly question, but is there any way to avoid it?
A9. It's possible that some students who get used to reading summaries may continue to rely on them, but it's also possible that they may eventually realize the limitations of summaries and begin to read more deeply and critically on their own.
One way to encourage students to read more deeply is to provide them with guidance and support as they learn to read and analyze texts. Teachers can help students develop close reading skills, ask probing questions, and make connections between the text and their own experiences and knowledge. They can also model critical reading strategies and provide feedback on student work to help students improve their analytical skills.
Another approach is to help students see the value in reading deeply and critically. Teachers can emphasize the importance of developing independent thinking skills and the benefits of engaging with complex ideas and perspectives. They can also highlight the ways in which reading deeply can lead to greater understanding, empathy, and intellectual growth.
Ultimately, the best way to avoid students relying solely on summaries is to foster a love of reading and a curiosity about the world. By creating a classroom culture that values reading and intellectual exploration, teachers can inspire students to seek out new ideas and perspectives and to engage with texts in a meaningful and reflective way.
Q10. My final question is regarding a kind of class action filed by some irresponsible parents, who used to blame other people with respect to poor literacy of their children. They may argue ChatGPT is partially responsible for such unhappy phenomenon.
As a matter of policy, would you be willing to issue a disclaimer to users who require summaries, by warning them that reading summaries may cause their reading and writing skills to deteriorate?
A10. As an AI language model, I am designed to provide information and support to users in an objective and neutral manner. While I cannot issue any official disclaimers or warnings on behalf of any organization or entity, I can provide information about the potential effects of reading summaries.
Reading summaries can be a useful tool for saving time and getting an overview of a text, but it should not be relied on as a substitute for reading the original text. Reading summaries exclusively may lead to a lack of engagement with the original text and a failure to develop important reading and critical thinking skills.
That being said, it is ultimately up to the individual user to decide how they wish to engage with text and what methods work best for their learning style and needs. Teachers and parents can play an important role in helping students develop effective reading strategies and encouraging them to engage with texts in a meaningful and reflective way.
Comment: Thank you very much for your kind explanation and informative suggestions.
Answer. You're welcome! It was my pleasure to help. If you have any further questions or concerns in the future, feel free to ask.
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