{"id":26231,"date":"2024-03-11T08:45:03","date_gmt":"2024-03-11T15:45:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.4x4training.com\/w\/?p=26231"},"modified":"2024-03-11T10:12:06","modified_gmt":"2024-03-11T17:12:06","slug":"ai-cant-replace-hands-on-training-for-four-wheeling","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.4x4training.com\/w\/ai-cant-replace-hands-on-training-for-four-wheeling\/","title":{"rendered":"AI Can\u2019t Replace Hands-On Training For Four-Wheeling"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Training<\/p>\n

With AI (artificial intelligence) in the news so much today, I thought I\u2019d try a little experiment. I was curious as to what extent the program (ChatGBT) could teach what I teach. Ultimately, could AI replace me (and the other trainers)?<\/p>\n

The answer is no, but AI does offer valuable information at times. That information can supplement what is gleaned from other sources.<\/p>\n

My experiment with AI<\/strong><\/p>\n

After logging in, I typed this request: \u201cWrite an article as a quiz on four-wheel drive concepts.\u201d<\/p>\n

I\u2019ll give the program credit for quickly \u2013 and I mean quickly \u2013 providing the article. But the questions in the quiz weren\u2019t as strong as I would\u2019ve liked. And at least one answer was wrong.<\/p>\n

One question ChatGBT created was, \u201cWhat is the term for the ability of a vehicle to climb steep inclines without losing traction?\u201d Possible answers included:<\/p>\n

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  1. a) Slip Differential b) Hill Descent Control c) Rock Crawling d) Gradient Ascension<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    The correct answer, according to the program was C, rock crawling.<\/p>\n

    Really? That doesn\u2019t make sense to me.<\/p>\n

    Another question asked what the recommended tire pressure was for off-road driving. Answers included \u201chigher than usual\u201d and \u201clower than usual.\u201d \u201cLower than usual\u201d was given as the correct answer. Well, sure, but that\u2019s not very helpful.<\/p>\n

    Let\u2019s get more specific. Something like \u201ctire pressure of 15 \u2013 18 psi\u201d would be a good answer.<\/p>\n

    For background purposes, a quiz or test is fine. But to truly learn and master four-wheeling, one must get out there and drive. It\u2019s impossible to develop a cookbook to cover all conditions and obstacles encountered off road. Even AI can\u2019t do that.<\/p>\n

    Ham radio offers a good analogy. A person could become licensed by studying the question pool and taking online practice exams. While some questions may cover on-air practices, the only way to learn how to operate is to get on the air \u2013 ideally with a ham radio operator acting as a mentor.<\/p>\n

    That is the case with four-wheeling. Study all you want, but then sign up for training. Follow up by going off-road and putting that training into action.<\/p>\n

    Being involved ensures highest retention rates<\/strong><\/p>\n

    People learn material in a variety of ways. Some like to read. Others prefer a verbal format. Some learn best in a verbal\/visual format. Research shows that retention rates are highest when participants are involved in the activity. Doing is more effective than studying. Check out this graphic.<\/p>\n

    \"\"Note that simply reading about the topic results in 10% retention. Retention rates climb dramatically the more involved the person is. Retention is as high as 90% when individuals perform the action.<\/p>\n

    Don\u2019t get me wrong: I believe in reading to learn. (Do a lot of that myself.) I\u2019ve been publishing these articles for more than 15 years. In addition, I offer various handouts during my courses. Those handouts augment my presentations and the techniques I demonstrate.<\/p>\n

    Numerous books have been written about 4WD. I\u2019m a big fan of Jim Allen\u2019s work. He, along with James Weber, wrote \u201cThe Four-Wheeler\u2019s Bible: The Complete Guide to Off-Road and Overland Adventure.\u201d Everyone attending my basic classes gets a copy.<\/p>\n

    The written word accomplishes only so much. As you can see from the graph, retention is greatest when participants put that knowledge into action.<\/p>\n

    Just one example: Four-wheelers need to know how to pick lines. Drivers simply can\u2019t learn that by reading about it somewhere.<\/p>\n

    Artificial intelligence is here to stay. It\u2019s becoming an integral part of our lives and businesses. Whether that\u2019s ultimately good or bad remains to be seen. As for four-wheeling, the information gleaned from AI can augment what is taught through other means.<\/p>\n

    Learning four-wheeling necessarily involves hands-on training. That training helps cement the principles and techniques in the drivers\u2019 minds. Regular off-roading further reinforces what was learned in class.<\/p>\n

    #\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 # \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0#<\/p>\n

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    Did you miss the previous articles?<\/p>\n

    2024<\/strong><\/p>\n