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Teaching in Higher Ed

The Myth of the AI First Draft

Jun 6, 2024
Leon Furze debunks the myth of the AI first draft, emphasizing the importance of the writing process over the final product. He discusses the impact of AI on education, encourages interdisciplinary learning and creativity, and explores AI resources for educators.
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Quick takeaways

  • Emphasize individual creativity in writing over standardized assessment outcomes.
  • Encourage students to face writing challenges, persevere, and find unique creative paths.

Deep dives

Implications of Generative Artificial Intelligence on Writing Instruction

Leon Furs, an international consultant with experience in education and leadership, discusses the impact of generative artificial intelligence (AI) on writing instruction and education. Furs highlights the rapid evolution of AI technologies like chat GPT impacting writing instruction in a matter of months rather than years. The episode delves into AI's challenges to traditional writing paradigms, suggesting a need to reconsider assessment practices and the purpose of teaching writing beyond mere assessment outcomes.

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