THE WRITING PROCESS: PREWRITING

I. PREWRITING

Writing an academic essay means fashioning a coherent set of ideas into an argument. Because
essays are essentially linear—they offer one idea at a time—they must present their ideas in the
order that makes the most sense to a reader. Successfully structuring an essay means attending to
a reader's logic. The focus of such an essay predicts its structure. It dictates the information readers
need to know and the order in which they need to receive it. Thus your essay's structure is
necessarily unique to the main claim you're making. Although there are guidelines for constructing
certain classic essay types (e.g., comparative analysis), there is no set formula.

Writing an essay often seems to be a dreaded task among students. Whether the essay is for a
scholarship, a class, or maybe even a contest, many students often find the task overwhelming.
While an essay is a large project, there are many steps a student can take that will help break down
the task into manageable parts. Following this process is the easiest way to draft a successful essay,
whatever its purpose might be.

PREWRITING

What is Prewriting?

“Prewriting” is a blanket term for a wide range of techniques to start thinking about your paper
before you begin the formal process of writing a draft. Your prewriting process begins, in effect,
the moment you read a writing assignment.

Why Prewrite?

Prewriting can help you with your writing process by starting you off on the right foot both
intellectually and psychologically. Prewriting strategies help writers generate ideas and figure out
a paper’s provisional structure; doing both of these things before you start writing a draft can help
save you significant time and energy. Additionally, prewriting is an excellent way to avoid and
overcome writer’s block and reduce the stress of getting started with a new writing project. It’s
easy to get overwhelmed by the number of stylistic, mechanical, and organizational concerns that
go into drafting a paper.
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 After you have decided on a subject for your essay, it is time to begin the writing process. If you
think you will have a well-written final draft of your essay after sitting in front of your computer
for an hour or two, adjusting your expectations would probably be a good idea. There are several
steps that writers go through as they are working on an essay, and writing an essay usually
takes much longer than just an hour or two.

It is important to see writing an essay as a process. If you decided to build yourself a house, you
probably would not begin by going to the lumberyard and loading your truck full of lumber, bricks,
and nails. There is a lot of work to do before you get to this point, including the drawing up of
plans for what you want to build and the determining of the building supplies that you will need.
In a way, the same general idea applies to writing essays. We use the term "rewriting"; to refer to
the work you do on your essay before you actually begin writing a draft of it. This course presents
a few common prewriting strategies that can be helpful in getting you started on an essay.

These are several rewriting activities that may be useful as you begin working on an essay.

Take note: there is no one 'correct' way to approach the writing process: whatever
approach works well for you probably is the best approach for you. That is why it may be
helpful to experiment some steps explained in this course to see what works best for you. The
example we will use will be on digital pedagogy in the UNIYAO I but it can be applied to just
about any writing assignment.

1. Thinking

It may seem odd to list 'thinking' as a part of the prewriting process, but this usually is the first
step. In the first few days after you are given your writing assignment about digital pedagogy in
UNIYAO I, think about the subject and what you might write about it. The first step of the writing
process can occur almost anywhere--while you are cooking, while you are taking a shower, or
while you are mowing the lawn. The first step is to think about your subject.

2. Questioning

Asking questions can be an important early step in the writing process. In a sense, we could even
say that an essay answers questions about its subject, so a good early step can be to ask questions
about the subject of the essay. To find answers, you must ask questions. The 6 journalists' questions
can help you generate more ideas about a topic (Who? What? When? Where? Why? How?
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 3. Freewriting/brainstorming

You have a writer in you and an editor in you. The

writer just wants to write. The editor, on the other hand, likes to critique

what you write. In fact, the editor can be overwhelming at times, interrupting

your writing with constant questions, and making you doubt almost every sentence

that you write. The editor asks, "Is the comma in the right place? Is this

the right word? Is this confusing? Will people understand what I mean? Is this

a complete sentence" The editor plays an important role. Without the

editor, our writing would be a mess, but during the prewriting process, it

might be useful to ignore the editor for a while and just let the writer free.

That can occur with freewriting. When the author free writes, he focuses only on the writing itself,
not on what the reader thinks. He writes his thoughts quickly and continuously, without worrying
about form, style, or even grammar. Alongside brainstorming, freewriting is typically used early
in the writing process to collect and manifest one’s thoughts. Freewriting is like brainstorming but
brainstorming looks more like a list of ideas, while freewriting usually takes the shape of sentences
and even paragraphs.

Brainstorming is a technique that is used to get as MANY ideas as you can, as QUICKLY as you
can. Here, the writer should not waste time thinking or stop after writing down only a few ideas;
there are no restrictions here. This rewriting step requires energy and power that with lead the
writer to a flood of ideas. Brainstorming may seem to take time, but these ideas will be useful in
the end.

Ps. Note that all the techniques listed in prewriting are generally defined as brainstorming
techniques, as they all share the specificity of brainstorming (writing many ideas as fast as
you can).

4. Listing

Some people find it difficult to allow their words

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 is a different brainstorming technique that can also lead to many ideas that could become good
material for an essay? Listing, as the name indicates, simply involves makinga list.

5. Clustering

"Clustering" or mind-mapping is another brainstorming prewriting technique

that allows the writer to generate ideas and also suggests ways in which the

different ideas might be logically related, which can help the writer get a

sense of how the essay could eventually be organized.

Clustering also can be beneficial because it allows

you to "see" how various facts and ideas might be logically related.

After your clustering activity, you are getting closer to the point when he can

begin a draft of his essay. Clustering helps to connect ideas. It focuses on a central word (usually
something that embodies a theme or topic) and then associates other words, thoughts, and ideas to
that central word. Clustering is very useful technique for visual learners. The advantage of this
technique is that ideas are organized on the page, making it easier to move to the outlining stage
of the process. As a result, it is a popular brainstorming method student like to use.

1. Print this mind map and paste in your book.

2. Using an a3 sheet of paper, draw a mind map of your creative writing composition based on
your topic (love, war, development, etc.). You can draw your inspiration from this mind map or
any mind map of your choice on the internet. Feel free to use colours or not. The map should be
as big as an A3 sheet.

6. Outlining
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 "Outlining" is related to both listing and clustering. Sometimes, especially for long papers,
outlines can be quite

detailed, but even a short outline can be helpful in giving the writer ideas

and a sense of organization for an essay.

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In Summary
six prewriting techniques
Most likely, no writer will use all of

these prewriting activities, but using at least a few of these techniques can make

it much easier to begin writing an essay. People who sit down to a blank screen

and cannot understand why an essay is not just flowing onto the page probably

have left out some important steps in the writing process.

After you have finished with his prewriting activities, you feel confident that he will be able to
start writing a draft of an essay, so you can begin the drafting process.

The journey continues with Drafting.

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 II. DRAFTING

If prewriting is a planning phase, the drafting phase of the writing process means the
actual composing of the text. In this stage, students get their message down on paper, they do not
stop to worry about spelling, grammar, punctuation, word choice, or organization. They simply
get the thoughts that are in their head onto the paper. Nothing is wrong in the drafting stage. During
this phase, students or writers use prewriting activities to generate a piece of writing in rough form.
The objective is translating ideas into a written organization without being constrained by word
choice, sentence structure, conventions, and presentation.

III. REVISING

During the writing process, students examine the content of their writing. They review their text
for clarity, craft, and consider changes that would improve the write-up. Key elements to be
considered at this stage are: Ideas, Organization, Voice, Word Choice, and Sentence
Fluency. Based on their own critical review and feedback (or on other people's feedback),
students/writers may keep elements of the writing as well as make revisions as they add, delete,
move, or change elements.

o Ideas – add, delete, or change details, develop the topic

o Organization – change the lead or conclusion, add smooth transitions, move sentences or
paragraphs

o Voice – talk right to the reader

o Word Choice – change weak verbs to strong verbs, change vague language to precise language

o Sentence – add words and phrases to expand sentences, change sentence beginnings to vary
beginnings, move words and

phrases within a sentence to vary sentences, combine sentences to vary sentences.

At this level, we still are not looking at spelling or grammar mistakes. Revising is the most
difficult stage for students because they think their paper is perfect the first way they wrote it!

IV. EDITING

Writers attend to correctness in conventions when they enter the of the writing process.
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Editing should be undertaken when all revisions to the content are complete.
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 Writers may edit independently or engage in peer editing. Editing requires that writers proofread
to find errors in grammar, usage, mechanics, and spelling and then make appropriate corrections.
Writers then edit to correct the errors before preparing the final draft for publication. The
Conventions Trait is most prominent at this phase of the writing process. Writers should know that
their writing is their responsibility.

Editing is also referred to as proofreading.

Answer the following questions.

1. What is the Conventions Trait?

2. What is the Presentation Trait?

V. PUBLISHING

Publication

entails the final preparation of a piece of writing for the intended audience

and may involve preparing a neatly handwritten or word processed copy of the

final draft and the addition of illustrations or other graphic elements.

Publication may extend to a multimedia presentation or lead to a public

performance such as a speech or a debate. The Presentation Trait is emphasized

during this phase of the writing process as the writer works to make the piece

appealing and inviting to the audience. Students writers get the opportunity to share

their work. Publishing is the main goal of any writer. It is when they present

their finished work to the world. When publishing, students may write their piece on the

computer or on paper using pen.

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 RHETORICAL KNOWLEDGE

“Rhetorical knowledge is the ability to analyze and act on understandings of audiences, purposes,
and contexts in creating and comprehending texts. Rhetorical knowledge is the basis of good
writing. By developing rhetorical knowledge, writers can adapt to different purposes, audiences,
and contexts. Study of and practice with basic rhetorical concepts such as purpose, audience,
context, and conventions are important as writers learn to compose a variety of texts for different
disciplines and purposes. For example, a writer might draft one version of a text with one audience
in mind, then revise the text to meet the needs and expectations of a different audience.” The
Council of Writing Program Administrators 2011, p. 6

Any piece of writing is shaped by external factors which must be taken into consideration before
any word is pronounced. These factors are vital for an effective communication. The rhetorical
situation or context, considers such aspects as message, audience, purpose, and author.

1. Purpose

Consider what the purpose of the writing is. Are you writing to inform, evaluate, analyze, or
convince?

There are many different reasons to write (e.g., to inform, to entertain, to persuade, to ask
questions), and you may find that some writing has more than one purpose. When this happens, be
sure to consider any conflict between purposes, and remember that you will usually focus on one
main purpose as primary. Thinking about your purpose before you begin to write can help you
create a more effective piece of writing.

Purpose Matters

• If you’ve ever listened to a lecture or read an essay and wondered “so what” or “what is this
person talking about,” then you know how frustrating it can be when an author’s purpose is not
clear. By clearly defining your purpose before you begin writing, it’s less likely you’ll be that
author who leaves the audience wondering.

• If readers can’t identify the purpose in a text, they usually quit reading. You can’t deliver a
message to an audience who quits reading.

• If a teacher can’t identify the purpose in your text, they will likely assume you didn’t understand
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 Useful Questions

Consider how the answers to the following questions may affect your writing:

• What is my primary purpose for writing? How do I want my audience to think, feel, or respond
after they read my writing?

• Do my audience’s expectations affect my purpose? Should they?

• How can I best get my point across (e.g., tell a story, argue, cite other sources)?

• Do I have any secondary or tertiary purposes? Do any of these purposes conflict with one
another or with my primary purpose?

2. Audience

“People always think well of speeches adapted and reflecting their own character, but now we
must see how to compose so as to adapt both speeches and ourselves to our audiences.” (Aristotle,
Rhetoric)

By the 4th century BCE, Aristotle had already identified that for writing or speech to be effective,
writers needed to adapt their writing and themselves to the intended audience (READ document
attached).

Audience is one of the most integral parts of writing regardless of an author’s skill or proficiency.
The audience determines what kind of voice you want to convey to the reader. It guides the intent
of their writing and determines how complex or how simple the piece should be. It helps them
determine what perspective is appropriate to write from, and it provides them with an
understanding of what is going to

either appeal to or deter their audience.

Identify Your Audience

The first thing any writer needs to do when beginning a composition is develop a strong
understanding of his or her audience. Help your students understand that their audience might
be you their friends, their parents, or a complete stranger. Each of these different audiences will
perceive what is written in a different way, so with each audience it’s key that writers place
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themselves in the shoes of a defined audience member and think from the perspective of that
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individual or from the perspective of the audience as a whole.

 If you are writing an essay for a teacher, you might review your writing for factual accuracy,
sensible reasoning and structure, grammar, and a variety of other factors that indicate your
technical ability in writing. However, if you are writing something that’s just going to be read by
your friends, those friends probably won’t mind a few errors here or there in sentence
structure. On another hand, if you are writing to persuade or convince someone, that audience
needs to know why they should care. Again, if you are trying to make your audience laugh, you
need to know what the audience finds funny.

Questions to Answer About Your Audience

This is a list of questions you might ask yourself while brainstorming ideas about their audience:

• Do you only have one audience? Or are you addressing more than one kind of audience?

• What does your audience need to know ahead of time?

• What is it that your audience wants to hear? What is the most important thing to them?

• What is your audience least likely to care about?

• Can you organize your writing in a different way to better appeal to your audience?

• What are some ways in which you might persuade, surprise, or inspire your audience?

• What do you want your audience to think about you? What impression will your writing convey?

If you understand audience, you will know how to connect with them most effectively through
your writing.

Think about this when submitting your final composition.

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 THE RHETORICAL TRIANGLE

The rhetorical triangle is a concept in persuasive communication that Is based on the ideas of
Aristotle (an ancient Greek philosopher and scientist who was one of the greatest intellectual
figures of Western history).

The rhetorical triangle is a model that uses three rhetorical appeals to help a speaker or writer
convince an audience:

(writer) : The appeal to credibility, or establishing trustworthiness

(audience) : The appeal to emotion, or using language to stir certain emotions in the audience

(context) : The appeal to reason, or using logic, data, statistics, or facts to support the message

This means that, the ability of a speaker (or writer) to persuade an audience is based on how well
the speaker appeals to that audience in three different areas: logos, ethos, and pathos. Considered
together, these appeals form what later rhetoricians have called the rhetorical triangle.
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 ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

A. What is AI?

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a field of computer science focused on creating systems capable of
performing

tasks that typically require human intelligence. These tasks include reasoning,

learning, problem-solving, perception, and language understanding. AI systems

can analyze vast amounts of data, recognize patterns, and make predictions or

decisions based on that data, continuously improving their performance over

time. AI platforms offer various functionalities, primarily focusing on conversational AI,

information retrieval, and content generation. Here are some notable ones: Pi, Perplexity AI,
ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot (Bing chat), Claude, Google Gemini, Deepfind, YouChat, Brave
Leo AI, Andi, HuggingChat.

B. Advantages of AI

Artificial Intelligence (AI) offers

numerous advantages across various sectors, enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and

decision-making. Here are some key benefits:

1. Reduction in Human Error

AI systems can significantly

minimize errors by relying on data and algorithms rather than human judgment.

For instance, robotic surgery systems enhance precision in complex procedures,

reducing the likelihood of mistakes and improving patient safety

2. Enhanced Decision-Making

AI enhances decision-making capabilities by analyzing vast datasets to identify patterns and trends
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that may not be apparent to humans. This allows for quicker and more informed decisions,
providing a competitive advantage in fast-paced environments
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 3. Availability

AI systems can operate continuously without the need for breaks or downtime, ensuring constant
availability for tasks such as customer support through chatbots, which can assist users at any time

4. Automation of Repetitive Tasks

AI excels at automating mundane and repetitive tasks, freeing up human resources for more
complex and creative work. This includes tasks like data entry, scheduling, and even
manufacturing processes

5. Improved Efficiency and Productivity

By handling routine tasks and processing information rapidly, AI can significantly boost overall

productivity. For example, generative AI tools help streamline workflows in software development
and other industries

6. Smarter Surveillance

AI enhances security through advanced surveillance systems that can analyze video feeds in real-
time to detect unusual activities or potential threats, thereby improving public safety

7. Cost Reduction

Implementing AI can lead to reduced operational costs by automating tasks that would otherwise
require a larger workforce. This allows organizations to allocate resources more effectively

8. Better Customer Experience AI-

powered solutions improve customer interactions by providing personalized responses and support
through chatbots and virtual assistants, leading to higher customer satisfaction
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 9. Increased Access to Expertise

AI democratizes access to specialized knowledge and services, enabling smaller businesses to

utilize advanced tools that were previously only available to larger enterprises

10. Data Analysis and Insights

AI can quickly analyze large datasets to extract actionable insights, helping organizations make
data-driven decisions that enhance their operations and strategies

C. DISADVANTAGES OF AI

Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents several disadvantages and challenges that can impact
individuals, organizations, and society as a whole. Here are some key disadvantages of AI:

1. Job Displacement

AI and automation can lead to significant job losses as machines replace human workers in various
industries. This displacement can create economic inequality and social unrest, particularly for
low-skilled workers who may find it challenging to transition to new roles .

2. Bias and Discrimination

AI systems can inherit biases present in their training data, leading to unfair or discriminatory
outcomes. This is particularly concerning in sensitive applications such as hiring, lending, and law
enforcement, where biased algorithms can reinforce existing inequalities and perpetuate
discrimination .

3. Privacy Concerns

AI often requires access to large amounts of personal data, raising significant privacy issues. The
collection, storage, and use of sensitive information can lead to violations of privacy rights and
increase the risk of data breaches .

4. Lack of Transparency
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Many AI algorithms operate as "black boxes," making it difficult to understand how they arrive at
specific decisions. This lack of transparency can undermine trust in AI systems and complicate
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accountability when errors occur .

 5. Security Risks

AI technologies can be exploited for malicious purposes, including cyberattacks, deepfakes, and
surveillance. The potential misuse of AI raises concerns about security vulnerabilities and the
ethical implications of its applications .

6. Dependence on Technology

Increased reliance on AI can lead to a loss of critical skills among humans. As machines take over
tasks traditionally performed by people, there is a risk that individuals may become overly
dependent on technology, diminishing their problem-solving abilities and creativity .

7. Ethical Dilemmas

AI applications often present complex ethical dilemmas, such as making life-and-death decisions
in autonomous vehicles or military drones. These scenarios raise questions about accountability
and moral responsibility when AI systems make critical choices .

8. High Implementation Costs

Developing and implementing AI technologies can be expensive, requiring significant investments

in infrastructure, talent, and ongoing maintenance. Smaller organizations may struggle to adopt AI
due to these high costs .

9. Environmental Impact

The computational power required to train advanced AI models can have a substantial
environmental footprint due to high energy consumption. This raises concerns about the
sustainability of AI technologies in the context of climate change .

10. Legal and Regulatory Challenges

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The rapid advancement of AI technologies often outpaces existing legal frameworks, leading to
uncertainty regarding liability, intellectual property rights, and compliance with regulations like
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GDPR. This legal ambiguity can pose risks for businesses deploying AI solutions.
 D. HOW TO USE AI TO WRITE

AI can significantly enhance the writing process, making it more efficient and creative. Here’s a
guide on how to use AI for writing effectively:

1. Choose the right ai writing tool

Select an AI writing platform that suits your needs. Here are some popular options:

• Jasper: Best for marketing teams, offering tools

for content generation and collaboration.

• Rytr: A versatile tool that generates various

types of content and adapts to your writing style.

• Sudowrite: Ideal for creative writers, providing

assistance in story development and character creation.

• QuillBot: Known for its grammar checking and

paraphrasing capabilities, great for refining existing text.

• HyperWrite: Offers personalized writing assistance and real-time research capabilities.

2. Define your writing goals

Before starting, clarify what you want to achieve with AI:

• Content Creation: Generate articles, blog posts, or social media content.

• Editing and Refining: Improve grammar, style, and clarity of existing text.

• Brainstorming Ideas: Use AI to generate topics or outlines for your writing projects.

3. Input clear prompts

When using AI tools, provide clear and specific prompts to get the best results. For example:
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• Instead of saying "Write about dogs," specify "Write a 300-word article on the benefits of
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 • Use templates or examples if available in the tool to guide the AI in generating relevant content.

4. Utilize features for enhanced writing

Many AI writing tools come with unique features that can aid your writing:

• Autocomplete Suggestions: Let the AI finish your sentences or paragraphs to maintain flow.

• Content Expansion: Use features that allow you to expand on ideas or sentences for more depth.

• Tone Adjustment: Adjust the tone of the content (e.g., formal, casual) according to your
audience.

5. Edit and personalize generated content

AI-generated text often requires human touch:

• Review the output for accuracy and relevance.

• Personalize the content by adding your voice, insights, or additional information.

• Ensure that the final product aligns with your style and meets your objectives.

6. Check for plagiarism

Use built-in plagiarism checkers or external tools to ensure originality in your content. This is
crucial if you are using AI-generated material as part of a larger work.

7. Experiment with different tools

Different tools offer varied functionalities; don’t hesitate to try multiple platforms to find which
one complements your writing style best. For instance:

• Use one tool for brainstorming and another for editing.

• Experiment with different AI models (like GPT-4 vs. Claude) available in some platforms like
Type.
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 8. Integrate ai into your workflow

Incorporate AI tools into your regular writing routine. Many platforms offer browser extensions
that allow you to access AI assistance directly within your preferred writing environments

(E.g., Google Docs, email clients).

Conclusion

Using AI in writing can streamline the process, enhance creativity, and improve productivity. By
selecting the right tool, providing clear prompts, and personalizing the output, writers can leverage
AI effectively to produce high-quality content efficiently.
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 PLAGIARISM
What is plagiarism ?

• Definition: Plagiarism is the act of using someone else's language, thoughts, ideas, or expressions
without proper attribution, presenting them as one's own original work.

Types of Plagiarism:

1. •Global Plagiarism: Claiming an entire text by someone else as your own.

2. Verbatim Plagiarism: Copying someone else's words directly without quotation marks or
citation
3. Paraphrasing Plagiarism: Rephrasing someone else's ideas without giving credit.
4. Patchwork Plagiarism: Combining phrases and ideas from multiple sources without
proper attribution.
5. Self-Plagiarism: Reusing one’s own previously published work without acknowledgment.

Consequences:

• Academic penalties such as failing grades, suspension, or expulsion.

• Professional repercussions including loss of credibility and legal action for copyright
infringement.

• Damage to personal reputation and trustworthiness.

Intent vs. Accidental: Plagiarism can be intentional (deliberate theft of another's work) or
accidental (unintentional failure to cite sources correctly).

Detection: Plagiarism is often identified using software tools that compare submitted work against
a database of existing texts.

Prevention:

• Always cite sources accurately using appropriate citation styles (e.g., APA, MLA).
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• Use quotation marks for direct quotes and provide proper attribution.
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 • Familiarize oneself with the rules of paraphrasing and summarizing to avoid unintentional
plagiarism.

Ethical Considerations: Plagiarism undermines academic integrity and violates ethical standards
in research, writing, and publishing.

AI AND PLAGIARISM

Using AI to write in academia raises complex questions regarding plagiarism, particularly as

generative AI tools become more prevalent. Here are key points to consider:

Plagiarism is defined as representing someone else's work—whether it be language, ideas, or

expressions—as one's own without proper attribution. This includes failing to credit the original
source of information or ideas, regardless of how they were obtained, including through AI-
generated content.

2. AI-Generated Content

When AI generates text, it does so based on patterns learned from vast datasets of existing written
material. If a student submits work generated entirely by an AI without acknowledging its use, it
can be considered a form of plagiarism because they are presenting the AI's output as their own
original work

3. Intent to Deceive

A critical factor in determining plagiarism is the intent behind the action. Traditional definitions
often emphasize the intent to deceive or misrepresent authorship. Since AI lacks consciousness
and intent, the ethical implications of using its output depend on how the user presents that content.

If a student uses AI-generated text without disclosure, it may still be viewed as an attempt to
mislead.

4. Academic Integrity Policies

Many academic institutions have policies that explicitly define plagiarism and may include the use
of AI tools in their definitions. For instance, some universities consider submitting AI-generated
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 5. Evolving Norms and Guidelines

The rapid adoption of AI in academia has led to discussions about how to appropriately integrate
these tools while maintaining academic integrity. Some argue for clearer guidelines on acceptable
use, suggesting that transparency about using AI tools should be mandatory

6. Ethical Considerations

Using AI raises ethical questions about originality and creativity in academic writing. While AI
can assist in generating ideas or drafting content, relying solely on it for submissions may
undermine the educational process and the development of critical thinking skills

Conclusion

In summary, using AI to write academic papers can constitute plagiarism if the work is submitted
without acknowledgment as a tool used in the writing process. As academia adapts to these
technological advancements, clarity around policies and ethical standards will be crucial in
navigating this evolving landscape.
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