The efficiency of ChatGPT vs Google against self-learning of undergraduate students

ChatGPT has sparked excitement across various domains, especially in education. It has been applied in various contexts such as homework assignments and essay writing, igniting both excitement and curiosity, particularly regarding ChatGPT's effectiveness in self-learning methods. This study aims to compare the effectiveness of ChatGPT and Google Search in self-learning among undergraduate students. The sample groups consisted of 20 English language students and 20 physical education students, totaling 40 participants selected through Purposive Sampling and Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT). They were divided into two groups: Group A using ChatGPT and Group B using Google Search for self-learning on predetermined topics. The research instrument is a skill training sets for using ChatGPT and Google Search for self-learning on ethics and laws related to information use. The study found that overall, ChatGPT had an average score higher than the sample group using Google Search.