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How can AI help us become better writers?

In this lesson, students compare AI and human-generated texts to analyze the affordances and limitations of large language models. They’ll score, guess origins, and discuss differences, then decide which aspects to adopt or avoid in their writing. The lesson culminates in a discussion of what aspects of the AI-generated writing students should emulate in their own writing and what aspects they should avoid.

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Teacher Reviews for this resource: How can AI help us become better writers?

“Very engaging. Involves critical thinking, discussion, and group work.”
Rasheeda Henderson,Literacy Academic Coach, 6-8 ELA, Pittsburgh Public Schools
“I think my students would be really engaged in "busting" the AI and trying to uncover what makes writing more human.”
Shannon Roos,Instructional Coach, AP Research & English Teacher, Hampton Township School District
“Many students will find it interesting to compare AI and human writing side by side and test their instincts about authorship.”
Amy Duschek,Tech Ed Teacher, Elizabeth Forward School District