Young Children and ChatGPT: Parents' Use of ChatGPT in Parenting
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The increased use of LLMs such as ChatGPT introduced new learning opportunities for educators and different age groups of learners in formal education. However, it is unknown whether parents and young children are also adopting ChatGPT in informal learning environments. Using the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) as a framework, this study surveyed 74 parents in the U.S. with young children between five and eight years old and found both parent and child use of ChatGPT. Hierarchical linear regression models were employed and revealed that parents’ positive attitudes toward ChatGPT and parental encouragement are significantly related to parents' use of ChatGPT, and children's use of ChatGPT is significantly influenced by parental encouragement. As one of the first known studies to examine ChatGPT use in parenting, this study contributes to understanding the role of LLMs as AI tools for parenting in home learning environments.
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