The study aimed to develop an activity for writing-based courses that helps students improve their writing skills by comparing their summaries with those generated by AI tools.
Methods: The study proposed a four-step activity involving preparation, reviewing summaries, working with AI-generated content, and engaging with AI tools. It used a flipped-class approach where students first prepared by reading assigned materials and then participated in class activities that included discussions and comparisons of human and AI-generated summaries.
Key Findings:
- Students improved their critical reading and writing skills by comparing their summaries with those generated by AI.
- The activity encouraged ethical considerations regarding the use of AI in academic work.
- Students gained practical experience in using AI tools for writing tasks.
Implications: The findings suggest that incorporating AI tools into writing education can enhance students' understanding of summarization and critical evaluation, preparing them for future academic and professional environments where AI is prevalent.
Limitations: The study was limited to specific writing courses and may not generalize to all educational contexts. It also focused on students' initial interactions with AI tools without long-term evaluation.
Future Directions: Future research should explore the long-term effects of integrating AI tools in various educational settings and investigate how different disciplines can benefit from such activities.
Title and Authors: "Beyond Writing a Summary: Utilizing AI Tools to Enhance Writing Skills" by Hyunsook Youn, Nancy Park, and Ryan Michael Murphy.
Published On: September 9, 2024
Published By: Communication Teacher