Practice · module 45 of 100
Recognising errors in AI output
Learn to recognise typical errors before using the result.
After this lesson
You have a short checklist to check AI answers.
In view · Choices and control
Three signals to stop
Check names, dates, numbers and references in the answer.
Look for missing conditions or important exceptions.
Delete commitments and conclusions that the source does not support.
Part 1 of 3 · Deviating facts
Your preference for less movement is on. Choose each part yourself.
Facts and figures
Do they match the source or what you know?
Added promises
Has AI promised something that you did not say?
Completeness
Have important nuances or exceptions been omitted?
New practice example
From explanation to a usable result.
Check a AI answer for added facts, disappeared nuances, and internal contradictions.
Fictional practice situationFictitious source: the reading room is closed on Wednesday for maintenance, the loan desk remains open. AI writes: the entire library is closed on Wednesday and opens on Thursday at 8 o'clock.
View a possible solution
This is how it can be done
Mark two errors: “library closed” confuses services; “Thursday at 8 o'clock” has been added. Restore only to: the reading room is closed on Wednesday, the lending desk remains open.
Why this works
You will find both an overly broad summary and a fabricated time. The improved version contains exclusively what the source supports.
Make it slightly more difficult
Leave one verified claim, remove one fabricated detail, and note one question for which you still need an original source.
Extra practice, at your own pace. You do not need to submit anything. This does not count towards an automatic assessment.
Your workplace · learning by doing
Make something. See what changes.
Checking the AI connection… You can already view the written example.
Present your assignment to Ende.
Read the answer, change one thing, and compare.
Previously held
New version
You remain in control
What do you want to improve in your next attempt?
On this device only. AI answers remain only in this page memory. This is self-review, not a grade.
Why this approach works
You will find both an overly broad summary and a fabricated time. The improved version contains exclusively what the source supports.
A step further
Leave one verified claim, remove one fabricated detail, and note one question for which you still need an original source.
Try & discover · no obligation
Become the source checker yourself
Only mark statements that the source does not support. Then check your selection.
Fictitious source: the workshop is Saturday from 10 to 11 o'clock, online. The price and calendar date are not yet known.
Select which sentences you would correct above. The answer remains hidden until you check your selection.
This trial works locally with fictitious data and does not count towards your lesson completion. It starts anew with a new lesson or reload.
A prompt to get you started
Check the text below for possible errors. Pay attention to facts, added promises, and missing nuances. Provide a short comment per point. Text: [text].
Apply it
A draft email is spelled flawlessly, but mentions a price that is not in the provided notes.
Which approach best fits this situation?
- Check price, promises, and next steps in addition to spelling.
- Approve the email because the spelling is correct.
- Only ask for a more professional phrasing.
With JavaScript, you can check your approach and receive immediate feedback.
Test your insight
What is a common error in AI output?
- Answers that are too short.
- Fabricated facts or added promises.
- Too many sources.
Extra practice
Create your own checklist of 3 points to check your AI output.
1. Are the facts correct? 2. Are there new promises? 3. Is the next step clear and correct?
