Emphasizing Process with AI-Augmented Writing

This assignment, by Elizabeth Velasquez, is from the TextGenEd: Continuing Experiments collection on the WAC Clearinghouse website.

The summary from the site explains:

This assignment asks students to engage with multiple AI tools at different steps in the writing process. In doing so, it introduces students to the limitations of text generative AI and encourages students to maintain a process-oriented approach to writing. Helping students broaden their AI tool kit allows them to maintain ownership of the things they create and encourages them to critically engage with AI-generated content.

Key Features of This Assignment

AI-Supported Drafting
Students use AI as they generate initial drafts, providing structured starting points that reduce writer’s block.
Revision and Refinement
The activity emphasizes using AI to suggest revisions, allowing students to refine their ideas through multiple iterations while maintaining control over their writing.
Reflective Engagement
The resource encourages students to critically evaluate AI-generated suggestions, fostering deeper reflection on their writing choices and development.