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This article discusses rising concerns about the development of AI, particularly generative AI. It then contextualizes the importance of AI within writing center pedagogy; because of the unique challenge that generative AI poses to the demand for writing centers, centers must take a role in conversations about AI in academics and the professional field. The paper argues that no amount of advancement will allow AI to replicate metacognitive questioning, active listening, and principles of fair use that the writing center provides. One thing that I found interesting was the discussion of AI and metacognition. I found it interesting when it said that AI is focused on creating a product rather than what is producing it, i.e. the student. If everything about the writing process could be gleaned from organizational patterns and words on a page, writing centers wouldn't be necessary. I've had students make appointments despite having an entire rubric outlining the expectations for ...
