16AI in Collaborative Writing
Nina Jiang1 and Vincent G. Duffy1,2
1Edwardson School of Industrial Engineering, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, USA
2Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, USA
16.1 Introduction
The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) has fundamentally transformed human interaction with technology, particularly within the domain of collaborative writing (Rezaei et al., 2024; Wiethof et al., 2021). With the evolution of AI technologies, such as natural language processing (NLP) and machine learning (ML), AI is widely adopted and integral to the collaborative writing process.
Collaborative writing is a dynamic and interactive process through which two or more individuals work together to contribute to a coherent document (Storch, 2019; Wiethof et al., 2021). It moves beyond the mere division of writing tasks, emphasizing the co-construction of writing, shared decision-making, and mutual revision to develop cohesive and contextually relevant written content. The application of AI in collaborative writing improves productivity, streamlines workflows, and offers adaptive suggestions.
From grammar correction to real-time editing and content generation, AI-powered tools like Grammarly, Google Docs, Canvas, and ChatGPT have shifted the paradigms of collaboration (Google Workspace, n.d.; Ray, 2023; Vu, 2024). These AI tools facilitate the writing process by enabling users to write higher-quality ...
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