This assignment, by John J Silvestro, is from the TextGenEd collection in the WAC Clearinghouse Repository.
The abstract from the site explains:
This assignment asks students to develop a more critical and actionable understanding of the concept of writing style through the use of AI text generators. Writing style is a difficult concept to teach given the challenges of concretely presenting it to students. AI text generators offer tools for quickly generating multiple versions of sentences and paragraphs. Students can use multiple versions of a sentence to closely examine individual aspects of their own and others’ writing styles. This assignment enables students to develop and define writing style more concretely.
Key Features of This Assignment
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Students collaborate with peers from different disciplines, enriching their understanding of writing styles across various fields and fostering diverse perspectives in their work.
- Practical Application
- The assignment involves both generating and enacting a writing style, allowing students to practice and apply theoretical concepts in a practical context, enhancing their learning experience.
- Reflective Analysis
- Students engage in reflective analysis of their writing process and choices, promoting self-awareness and critical thinking about their writing practices and style preferences.
Find the full version of this assignment at the WAC Clearinghouse.