Comments by James Anderson Most recent public comments by James Anderson https://writingpartners.net/users/320 AI is not always right. You cannot always trust AI to properly perform in subjects like math https://writingpartners.net/documents/6210?scroll_to=40675 https://writingpartners.net/documents/6210?scroll_to=40675 Thu, 13 Mar 2025 13:02:47 -0400 AI is always going to be there... https://writingpartners.net/documents/6210?scroll_to=40674 https://writingpartners.net/documents/6210?scroll_to=40674 Thu, 13 Mar 2025 13:01:57 -0400 Loss of creativity is something that will bite students in the future... https://writingpartners.net/documents/6210?scroll_to=40672 https://writingpartners.net/documents/6210?scroll_to=40672 Thu, 13 Mar 2025 13:01:35 -0400 ChatGPT is huge. https://writingpartners.net/documents/6210?scroll_to=40671 https://writingpartners.net/documents/6210?scroll_to=40671 Thu, 13 Mar 2025 13:01:04 -0400 I like the idea that students are "falling for the hype." https://writingpartners.net/documents/6210?scroll_to=40669 https://writingpartners.net/documents/6210?scroll_to=40669 Thu, 13 Mar 2025 13:00:40 -0400 Citation https://writingpartners.net/documents/6210?scroll_to=40667 https://writingpartners.net/documents/6210?scroll_to=40667 Moyer, Travis, and Name. “Trouble with Tech: 11 Problems with AI in Education.” Banyan Global Learning, 7 Oct. 2024, banyangloballearning.com/2024/10/03/problems-with-ai-in-education/. Thu, 13 Mar 2025 13:00:02 -0400 AI should be more of a concern in the classroom right now. https://writingpartners.net/documents/6022?scroll_to=40633 https://writingpartners.net/documents/6022?scroll_to=40633 There needs to be a way to split AI between actually learning and generating. Thu, 13 Mar 2025 12:26:24 -0400 Skill Gap https://writingpartners.net/documents/6022?scroll_to=40631 https://writingpartners.net/documents/6022?scroll_to=40631 I wonder how a skill gap between students could be closed by AI. Thu, 13 Mar 2025 12:25:14 -0400 This is exactly the problem... https://writingpartners.net/documents/6022?scroll_to=40629 https://writingpartners.net/documents/6022?scroll_to=40629 Thu, 13 Mar 2025 12:24:42 -0400 Citation: https://writingpartners.net/documents/6022?scroll_to=40627 https://writingpartners.net/documents/6022?scroll_to=40627 Administrator. “Ai in Education: 39 Examples.” University of San Diego Online Degrees, 14 Jan. 2025, onlinedegrees.sandiego.edu/artificial-intelligence-education/. Thu, 13 Mar 2025 12:24:10 -0400 I like the possibility of personalizing learning with AI. https://writingpartners.net/documents/6022?scroll_to=40623 https://writingpartners.net/documents/6022?scroll_to=40623 Thu, 13 Mar 2025 12:22:25 -0400 AI to learn? https://writingpartners.net/documents/5530?scroll_to=39907 https://writingpartners.net/documents/5530?scroll_to=39907 I struggle to see where AI has helped many students learn new things in an interactive way. Most teachers do not allow AI at all while others use it abundantly in the classroom. Is it an excuse to get an easy answer to a problem or is it an actual tool to learn? Fri, 07 Mar 2025 13:49:52 -0500 Bullying https://writingpartners.net/documents/5530?scroll_to=39906 https://writingpartners.net/documents/5530?scroll_to=39906 I haven't seen/experienced a lot of bullying with AI, but this could be a big thing. Fri, 07 Mar 2025 13:47:10 -0500 AI https://writingpartners.net/documents/5530?scroll_to=39905 https://writingpartners.net/documents/5530?scroll_to=39905 It's safe to say most students these days have used AI at least once to help on an assignment/quiz/test. Fri, 07 Mar 2025 13:46:10 -0500 Two Main Problems I've been focusing on: https://writingpartners.net/documents/4981?scroll_to=38945 https://writingpartners.net/documents/4981?scroll_to=38945 Reduced Human Interaction: Relying more and more on AI may reduce the teacher-to-student interactions Academic Misconduct: Cheating and plagiarism are, as mentioned, chief among the AI concerns raised by educators Tue, 04 Mar 2025 12:39:15 -0500 Citation https://writingpartners.net/documents/5530?scroll_to=37830 https://writingpartners.net/documents/5530?scroll_to=37830 “Students Are Using AI Already. Here’s What They Think Adults Should Know.” Harvard Graduate School of Education, www.gse.harvard.edu/ideas/usable-knowledge/24/09/students-are-using-ai-already-heres-what-they-think-adults-should-know. Accessed 26 Feb. 2025. Wed, 26 Feb 2025 11:53:39 -0500 citation: “The Role of AI in Modern Education.” University of Iowa, https://onlineprograms.education.uiowa.edu/blog/role-of-ai-in-modern-education. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025. https://writingpartners.net/documents/5241?scroll_to=37332 https://writingpartners.net/documents/5241?scroll_to=37332 Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:14:04 -0500 An outright ban is a quick way to fix this problem, but is it necessary? https://writingpartners.net/documents/5241?scroll_to=37326 https://writingpartners.net/documents/5241?scroll_to=37326 Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:13:15 -0500 Assignments that require more critical, personal thinking will help combat the AI problem. https://writingpartners.net/documents/5241?scroll_to=37324 https://writingpartners.net/documents/5241?scroll_to=37324 Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:12:08 -0500 This is a bigger problem than a lot of people realise. https://writingpartners.net/documents/5241?scroll_to=37322 https://writingpartners.net/documents/5241?scroll_to=37322 Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:11:08 -0500 Citation https://writingpartners.net/documents/4981?scroll_to=36642 https://writingpartners.net/documents/4981?scroll_to=36642 “AI in Schools: Pros and Cons.” College of Education, https://education.illinois.edu/about/news-events/news/2024/10/24/ai-in-schools--pros-and-cons. Accessed 11 Feb. 2025. Tue, 11 Feb 2025 12:57:50 -0500 Students will learn less and less when they rely on AI to do the work. https://writingpartners.net/documents/4981?scroll_to=36621 https://writingpartners.net/documents/4981?scroll_to=36621 Tue, 11 Feb 2025 12:53:20 -0500 Academic Misconduct is one of the bigger problems involving AI in school. https://writingpartners.net/documents/4981?scroll_to=36619 https://writingpartners.net/documents/4981?scroll_to=36619 Tue, 11 Feb 2025 12:52:35 -0500 Guilt https://writingpartners.net/documents/4012?scroll_to=36411 https://writingpartners.net/documents/4012?scroll_to=36411 Orwell predicts that such a small action as looking at someone else would be a sign of guilt in the future. In today's world, this is not necessarily true. Looking at other people is not a sign of guilt, but it is never polite to stare at another person unless talking to them. I would say this prediction is not true. https://www.linkedin.com/advice/3/what-common-body-language-cues-indicate-guilt Sun, 09 Feb 2025 16:21:09 -0500 Winston seems happy to hear that more and more Party members are committing crimes. https://writingpartners.net/documents/4012?scroll_to=35160 https://writingpartners.net/documents/4012?scroll_to=35160 Tue, 28 Jan 2025 12:21:10 -0500 "To look around was to show guilt" exemplifies the extreme teaching and manipulation the party preaches. https://writingpartners.net/documents/4012?scroll_to=35154 https://writingpartners.net/documents/4012?scroll_to=35154 Sun, 09 Feb 2025 16:21:09 -0500 Julia is way more experienced at hiding and sneaking away. https://writingpartners.net/documents/4012?scroll_to=35151 https://writingpartners.net/documents/4012?scroll_to=35151 Tue, 28 Jan 2025 12:17:49 -0500 The "force that would tear the Party to pieces" is a strong line. This is another act of pure rebellion against the party. https://writingpartners.net/documents/4012?scroll_to=35148 https://writingpartners.net/documents/4012?scroll_to=35148 Tue, 28 Jan 2025 12:23:27 -0500 Can you say more about this? https://writingpartners.net/documents/4066?scroll_to=35017 https://writingpartners.net/documents/4066?scroll_to=35017 Rita Dove's deft weaving of personal history into her address indeed amplifies its impact. By referencing her father, the "first African American research chemist to break the color barrier in the tire and rubber industry," Dove subtly highlights themes of perseverance and determination. This not only provides a layer of authority but underscores the weight of her words about hard work and preparation. Her family narrative enriches her credibility and carries a universality that speaks volumes, especially to the audience she is addressing. The way Dove brings her family into the speech deepens the connection with her listeners. It gives them a tangible example of overcoming obstacles and evokes a shared sense of hope and ambition. Her father's story serves as a testament to the limitless possibilities of human capability, anchoring her message in real-life triumphs. Curious about how else Dove's speech could be analyzed? We could ponder more on her use of repetition, the broader purpose of her rhetorical choices, or explore another angle you suggest! Just let me know which path to take. Please Note: Everything in this comment is AI-generated. It is made up to sound like your helpful AP English Language teacher in room 126. Mon, 27 Jan 2025 18:04:07 -0500 I want to learn more about her past and the impact it had. https://writingpartners.net/documents/4066?scroll_to=35016 https://writingpartners.net/documents/4066?scroll_to=35016 Mon, 27 Jan 2025 18:04:07 -0500 How well does my essay demonstrate an understanding of the rhetorical situation? https://writingpartners.net/documents/4066?scroll_to=35014 https://writingpartners.net/documents/4066?scroll_to=35014 Your essay exhibits a strong grasp of the rhetorical situation by identifying Rita Dove's strategic choices. You've highlighted her use of personal anecdotes and accomplishments to establish ethos, making her message more relatable to the graduates. This connection with the audience is crucial, as it shows your understanding of how Dove uses her personal experiences to inspire and engage her listeners. You also acknowledge Dove's unique approach by mentioning her decision to offer "wishes" instead of conventional advice. This emphasizes Dove's innovative style and separates her from typical commencement speakers, an important element of the rhetorical situation you successfully captured. You've identified how Dove's references to her family, particularly her father's groundbreaking achievements, bolster her credibility and reinforce her message of hard work and perseverance. This connection demonstrates your awareness of how Dove uses these stories to amplify her message. Would you like to dive deeper into another aspect of your essay, such as analyzing the impact of Dove's repetition or her overall purpose in the rhetorical situation? Please Note: Everything in this comment is AI-generated. It is made up to sound like your helpful AP English Language teacher in room 126. Mon, 27 Jan 2025 18:04:37 -0500 Does this make Dove more relatable to the audience? Is more connection possible? https://writingpartners.net/documents/4066?scroll_to=32876 https://writingpartners.net/documents/4066?scroll_to=32876 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 13:51:56 -0500 I could go deeper into the "I wish" sentence, and how it impacts the overall speech. https://writingpartners.net/documents/4066?scroll_to=32870 https://writingpartners.net/documents/4066?scroll_to=32870 Fri, 17 Jan 2025 13:50:59 -0500 Can you say more about her past and the impact it had? https://writingpartners.net/documents/4066?scroll_to=32863 https://writingpartners.net/documents/4066?scroll_to=32863 Your essay indicates a solid awareness of the rhetorical situation by identifying Dove's distinctive approach in her commencement speech. You hone in on her unique "wishes" instead of typical advice, showing how this choice appeals to the graduates. Your analysis of Dove's use of personal anecdotes, like referencing her father and her own success, illustrates an understanding of ethos and how it bolsters her message. The repetition of "I wish" is effectively highlighted, although expanding on how this technique influences the audience's reception could deepen your analysis. To strengthen this further, consider exploring how Dove’s accomplishments and authenticity enhance her credibility and make her relatable. Perhaps delve into her conversational tone’s impact on engaging the audience. How does her use of personal history contribute to the overarching theme of perseverance? Let’s go deeper! Here are some paths: analyzing how Dove’s verse intertwines rhetoric, diving into her purpose’s connection to audience dynamics, or examining her language’s emotional resonance. Please Note: Everything in this comment is AI-generated. It is made up to sound like your helpful AP English Language teacher in room 126. Fri, 17 Jan 2025 13:49:38 -0500 How well does my essay demonstrate an understanding of the rhetorical situation? https://writingpartners.net/documents/4066?scroll_to=32848 https://writingpartners.net/documents/4066?scroll_to=32848 Your essay indicates a solid awareness of the rhetorical situation by identifying Dove's distinctive approach in her commencement speech. You hone in on her unique "wishes" instead of typical advice, showing how this choice appeals to the graduates. Your analysis of Dove's use of personal anecdotes, like referencing her father and her own success, illustrates an understanding of ethos and how it bolsters her message. The repetition of "I wish" is effectively highlighted, although expanding on how this technique influences the audience's reception could deepen your analysis. To strengthen this further, consider exploring how Dove’s accomplishments and authenticity enhance her credibility and make her relatable. Perhaps delve into her conversational tone’s impact on engaging the audience. How does her use of personal history contribute to the overarching theme of perseverance? Let’s go deeper! Here are some paths: analyzing how Dove’s verse intertwines rhetoric, diving into her purpose’s connection to audience dynamics, or examining her language’s emotional resonance. Please Note: Everything in this comment is AI-generated. It is made up to sound like your helpful AP English Language teacher in room 126. Fri, 17 Jan 2025 13:49:38 -0500 I agree and was reminded of that communist China ideal. https://writingpartners.net/documents/4009?scroll_to=31817 https://writingpartners.net/documents/4009?scroll_to=31817 Fri, 10 Jan 2025 13:38:03 -0500 The city does lack the appropriate space needed for an NFL stadium, which would be a problem. https://writingpartners.net/documents/3373?scroll_to=25600 https://writingpartners.net/documents/3373?scroll_to=25600 Tue, 03 Dec 2024 12:44:39 -0500 Salt Lake City would be one of the smaller cities with an NFL team, but could make it work. https://writingpartners.net/documents/3373?scroll_to=25575 https://writingpartners.net/documents/3373?scroll_to=25575 Tue, 03 Dec 2024 12:38:47 -0500 PBS is also pretty left-leaning, showing a lot of tendency towards Kamala Harris and the Democratic Party. These outlets differ on specific issues talked about, but the message is similar throughout left-leaning coverage. https://writingpartners.net/documents/2862?scroll_to=18966 https://writingpartners.net/documents/2862?scroll_to=18966 Tue, 05 Nov 2024 22:21:35 -0500 There is still an obvious bias toward Kamala Harris I have seen from NBC outlets, specifically when talking about issues involving Abortion, and women's rights. I find the coverage to be mostly focused on how Harris is doing in the race. https://writingpartners.net/documents/2862?scroll_to=18960 https://writingpartners.net/documents/2862?scroll_to=18960 Tue, 05 Nov 2024 22:09:24 -0500 Trump tends to be less specific when talking about "Making America Great Again," and fixing the country. He never really mentions how exactly he will do it. At least at certain points in this video. https://writingpartners.net/documents/772?scroll_to=3414 https://writingpartners.net/documents/772?scroll_to=3414 Tue, 10 Sep 2024 14:16:43 -0400 Harris does a good job at speaking clearly, and getting to her point. I don't hear a lot of cloudy vagueness, and Orwell talks about. I know what she is talking about. https://writingpartners.net/documents/772?scroll_to=3405 https://writingpartners.net/documents/772?scroll_to=3405 Tue, 10 Sep 2024 13:01:21 -0400