Episode Description:
In this episode of E4E: Evidence for Education, we sit down with Dr. Josh Wilson, an associate professor at the University of Delaware’s College of Education, to discuss the evolving role of artificial intelligence in writing instruction. This is part one of a two-part series where we explore AI’s impact on writing. In this episode, the focus is on writing development—how AI tools can support students in organizing their ideas, improving transcription skills, and overcoming barriers in the writing process.
Dr. Wilson shares insights into both the opportunities and challenges AI brings to writing instruction, offering a balanced perspective on how these tools can be used effectively while addressing potential concerns. Stay tuned for part two, where we’ll dive into how AI is transforming feedback and formative assessments in education.
Whether you’re a teacher, administrator, or simply interested in the intersection of education and technology, this episode provides valuable insights into AI’s role in fostering writing development.
This podcast is presented by the Partnership for Public Education and is hosted and produced by Kristin Chisholm.
Guest's Work:
Wilson, J., & Czik, A. (2016). Automated essay evaluation software in English Language Arts classrooms: Effects on teacher feedback, student motivation, and writing quality. Computers & Education, 100, 94-109.
Shermis, M. D., & Wilson, J. (Eds.). (2024). The Routledge International Handbook of Automated Essay Evaluation. Routledge—Taylor & Francis.
Wilson, J., Delgado, A., Palermo, C., Cruz Cordero, T., Myers, M., Potter, A., Eacker, H., Coles, J., & Zhang, S. (2024). Middle school teachers’ implementation and perceptions of automated writing evaluation. Computers and Education Open, 7, 100231. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.caeo.2024.100231
More Information:
Dr. Wilson’s Faculty Page: https://www.cehd.udel.edu/faculty-bio/joshua-wilson/
Dr. Wilson’s Google Scholar : https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=Ly3EPOkAAAAJ&hl=en
Dr. Wilson’s Email: joshwils@udel.edu
