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The emergence of Large language models (LLMs) is expected to have a majorimpact on education. This paper explores the potential of using ChatGPT, anLLM, as a virtual Teaching Assistant (TA) in an Introductory ProgrammingCourse. We evaluate ChatGPT's capabilities by comparing its performance withthat of human TAs in some of the important TA functions. The TA functions whichwe focus on include (1) grading student code submissions, and (2) providingfeedback to undergraduate students in an introductory programming course.Firstly, we assess ChatGPT's proficiency in grading student code submissionsusing a given grading rubric and compare its performance with the gradesassigned by human TAs. Secondly, we analyze the quality and relevance of thefeedback provided by ChatGPT. This evaluation considers how well ChatGPTaddresses mistakes and offers suggestions for improvement in student solutionsfrom both code correctness and code quality perspectives. We conclude with adiscussion on the implications of integrating ChatGPT into computing educationfor automated grading, personalized learning experiences, and instructionalsupport.

Can ChatGPT Play the Role of a Teaching Assistant in an Introductory Programming Course?