OpenAI's Video Creating Tool: Effective for Educational Instruction?
In the ever-evolving world of technology, OpenAI's Sora, an AI video creation tool, has recently made its appearance. However, its potential in the educational sector is yet to be fully realised.
While Sora offers the capability to generate videos based on user-provided prompts and customisable settings, the quality of the output varies significantly among users. Some have reported satisfactory results, while others find the videos unimpressive.
One of the main challenges lies in the user interface. The OpenAI web pages are still in Beta testing, and they can be clunky and slow to load, which can be frustrating for users, especially those who are paying for access.
At present, Sora is integrated within ChatGPT subscription plans, with a credit-based system that varies by video resolution and length. The basic ChatGPT Plus subscription, priced at $20 per month, grants 1,000 credits, allowing for videos up to 720p resolution and 5 seconds in duration. However, this limited credit allowance might restrict the use of Sora in most school settings, where extensive video production is often required.
The high price point of these subscriptions, coupled with various interface issues, has led many to question Sora's readiness for education's prime time. As the technology improves, the experience of using Sora is expected to change, but for now, it remains a tool better suited for short, high-quality video creation rather than large-scale educational production.
Regarding educational use, there is no explicit information indicating special pricing or usage allowances for educators. This means that educational users would generally be constrained by the same credit limits and strict content filters as other users, unless a custom enterprise or team plan is negotiated with OpenAI.
Despite these limitations, some educators have found Sora interesting and helpful for pre-generating videos related to educational lessons and topics. However, the limited number of credits provided by ChatGPT Plus could restrict this use.
In conclusion, OpenAI Sora, while showing promise, currently presents a mixed picture for the educational sector. Its high price point, limited credits, and interface issues make it a less attractive option for schools. However, as the technology evolves and improvements are made, Sora could become a valuable tool in the educational landscape.
[1] Source: OpenAI documentation and user reports [2] Source: OpenAI customer support responses [3] Source: Educational technology blogs and forums
- The educational utility of OpenAI's Sora, an AI video creation tool, remains questionable due to its high price point, limited credits, and interface issues, which make it less appealing for schools.
- Some educators have found Sora beneficial for pre-generating educational videos, yet the limited credits provided in the basic ChatGPT Plus subscription might restrict this use.
- As OpenAI continues evolving Sora, it holds the potential to become a valuable tool in the educational landscape, provided interface improvements are made and more viable pricing options are introduced for educators.
