As part of our ongoing exploration of technology and writing, this optional online discussion invites you to consider the potential risks or concerns surrounding student use of Generative AI (GenAI) in academic settings. I created this discussion prompt with the assistance of ChatGPT on August 4, 2025.
Instructions:
Find a recent article (published within the last 2 months) that discusses concerns about students using GenAI for school work.
The article can focus on academic integrity (e.g., plagiarism, unfair advantage) or environmental concerns (e.g., carbon emissions from large language models).
Create a new post in this discussion thread that includes:
A proper citation of the article in APA or MLA style.
A link to the article (if available online).
A 2-sentence summary of the article’s main concern(s).
Example (MLA Style):
Smith, Jordan. “The Hidden Costs of Using AI to Write Papers.” Inside Higher Ed, 3 July 2025, www.insidehighered.com/news/ai-writing-costs.
This article explores how GenAI tools can make academic dishonesty harder to detect and reduce the need for students to develop their own writing skills. It also touches on the ethical concerns related to the unequal access to these technologies.
Bonus Marks:
Students who submit a thoughtful post by the deadline will receive 2 extra marks on their Synthesis Essay. This is a chance to engage critically with the conversation around AI in education while boosting your grade.
Please post by August 19 at the latest.
