Leveraging Large Language Models for Sentiment Analysis in Educational Contexts.

Journal: Studies in health technology and informatics
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Abstract

This short communication presents preliminary findings on the application of Large Language Models (LLMs) for sentiment analysis in educational settings. By analyzing qualitative descriptions derived from student reports, we aimed to assess students' emotional states and attitudes towards their academic performance. The sentiment analysis provided valuable insights into student engagement and areas requiring attention. Our results indicate that LLMs can effectively process and analyze textual data, offering a more nuanced understanding of student sentiments compared to traditional coding methods. This approach highlights the potential of LLMs in enhancing educational assessments and interventions.

Authors

  • Arfan Ahmed
    AI Center for Precision Health, Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar, Doha, Qatar.
  • Sarah Aziz
    AI Center for Precision Health, Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar, Doha, Qatar.
  • Alaa Abd-Alrazaq
    College of Science and Engineering, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Doha, Qatar.
  • Rawan AlSaad
    AI Center for Precision Health, Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar, Doha, Qatar.
  • Javaid Sheikh
    AI Center for Precision Health, Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar, Doha, Qatar.