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We’re Jessica and Kimberly – two non-computer scientists who are just as curious (and skeptical) about generative AI as you are. Each episode, we chat with people from different backgrounds to hear how they’re making sense of AI. We keep it real, skip the jargon, and and explore it with the curiosity of researchers and the openness of learners.

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Women Talkin' 'Bout AI

Writing with AI: Voice, Agency, and the Future of Feedback

June 01, 2025 • Kimberly Becker & Jessica Parker • Season 2 • Episode 5

🎧 Episode Summary

Dr. Tamara Tate joins Jessica and Kimberly to talk about AI, education, and the evolving role of writing in a world where students can co-write with machines. Tamara shares how she transitioned from a 17-year legal career into education research, what she’s learning through the development of Papyrus AI, and why feedback, voice, and agency matter more than ever. The conversation covers everything from AI literacy and middle school classrooms to the complexities of funding, parent engagement, and what it really means to “offload” learning. It’s a thoughtful, practical look at how generative AI is reshaping writing instruction—and why it’s not just about speed, but meaning.

🔗 Show Notes Links

Tamara Tate – UC Irvine Profile: https://education.uci.edu/people/tamara-tate/
Digital Learning Lab: https://digitallearninglab.org
GenAIED.org – Generative AI in Education Resources: https://genaied.org
Anna Mills – AI & Writing Pedagogy: https://annamills.net
Sarah Elaine Eaton – Post-Plagiarism Framework: https://drsaraheaton.wordpress.com

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