Evaluating the Use of ChatGPT 3.5 and Bard as Self-Assessment Tools for Short Answer Questions in Undergraduate Ophthalmology

ChatGPT 3.5 and Bard can generate accurate and relevant responses to ophthalmology SAQs in most cases. ChatGPT 3.5 demonstrated slightly better performance, particularly for task-oriented questions, suggesting it may be a more effective tool for undergraduate students' self-assessment. However, due to a notable error rate (~20%), AI-generated responses should not be used in isolation and must be cross-referenced with standard textbooks. These tools best suit rapid information retrieval during the early study phases.