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Case-spiration E4: (How To) 7 Quick Wins Using AI for Case Writing
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Matthew Schonewille
April 22, 2024
AI can't help you if you don't put the time in....
Interesting statement but it's true. If you simply trust the output and really do not know the value of the input, you are no different than your students using AI to cheat, save time or falsely present knowledge to achieve a learning outcome.
The phrase "CRAP IN, CRAP OUT"..
Last Monday we talked about the unique and important nuances that we need to be aware of when writing with AI for Case studies. (Read Below)
In exploring the intricacies of AI-assisted case writing, we observe that while the default output of ChatGPT ranges between 400-600 words, prompting it for elaboration can extend the content significantly. The AI's default writing style leans towards the formal and academic, often using verbose language and terms like "elucidate" and "delve" to enrich descriptions. Understanding these characteristics allows for tailored prompts that can either maintain or modify this style to suit different needs.
In Layman's terms... Writing with AI will have some biases and common outputs.
Here is the Cole's notes Main Take-away for this newsletter....
Understanding the role of user input in AI's output is crucial. 'Crap in equals Crap out' isn't just a catchy phrase; it's a fundamental truth in the world of AI.
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As per your request: A weekly Prompt
Prompt Template for AI to Generate Citations
"Generate a citation for a [specify the type of source: book, article, website, etc.]. The source details are as follows: Author(s) [list authors], Title [insert title], Publisher or Source [insert publisher or website], Year of Publication [insert year], and additional relevant information such as volume, issue number, page numbers, or URL. The citation should be formatted according to [specify the citation style: APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.].
Since starting "Teaching with Cases," I've analyzed the unique capabilities of AI in case study creation.
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