ENG 2060 Writing and Artificial Intelligence

This course explores the intersection of writing and artificial intelligence (AI). Through a combination of readings, discussions, and hands-on writing exercises, students will learn how to effectively use and collaborate with AI tools and technologies to build on and enhance their writing and research skills and develop a critical understanding of the ethical considerations related to AI writing. Students will learn the necessities and strategies of supplementing artificial intelligence with various forms of their own knowledge and expression such as critical thinking, evaluation, and creativity. This course will also examine ethical considerations related to AI writing, such as issues of authorship, ownership, plagiarism, and bias. Through practical writing exercises and rhetorical analyses, students will learn how to collaborate with AI tools effectively, as well as evaluate the quality and relevance of AI-generated content in academic, creative, and professional writing situations.

UCC Area I (Digital Literacies) Course Objectives: Explore and utilize digital technologies while developing essential skills for ethical and accurate use.
Credits: 3.0