AI: Friend or foe? A conversation with Martha Brockenbrough

1002. This week, Mignon talks with author Martha Brockenbrough about the good and bad sides of using artificial intelligence for writing and education, including ethical concerns about using AI-generated content, strategies for teaching writing in the age of AI, and the potential effects on teachers' jobs.

Martha's new book, "Future Tense": https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250765925/futuretense

Martha's website: https://martha-brockenbrough.squarespace.com/

Martha on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marthabee/

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