AI in academic writing: Tool or invader

Abstract

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become more common in everyday life. AI has been used in the creation of art, music, and, most concerning to academia, writing. Advances in computing speed have only increased the adaptability of AI, but how do users take advantage of this technology in a responsible way? AI technologies such as ChatGPT allow users to create written works that can be used in college assignments. Academia should be aware of this possibility and make ethical decisions on how to approach AI as it becomes more commonplace.

Keywords:

• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• academic writing
• machine learning
• higher education

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Notes on contributors

Joy DuBose

Joy DuBose is the Cataloger for Special Collections/Projects and an Assistant Professor at Mississippi State University. During her time at MSU, she has worked on a variety of materials including virtual reality programs, non-English materials, electronic resources, and architectural samples, such as concrete.

Derek Marshall

Derek Marshall is the Interim Director for Branch Libraries and the Coordinator of the College of Veterinary Medicine Library at Mississippi State University. He has served as the Technology Column editor for Public Services Quarterly for five years.