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The Human Cost of Automation: AI’s Encroachment on Writing and Pedagogy

Columnist Steve Lopez issues a stark warning against the rise of AI 'word valets,' arguing that automated writing threatens human intellectual curiosity and critical thinking. As educators at L.A. Unified and beyond grapple with AI-generated assignments, the debate shifts toward preserving the 'human nose' for authentic prose.

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