Module 3

Module 3 of the course delves into the growing world of AI narratives. It offers a comprehensive overview of AI in writing, showcasing examples of AI-generated fiction and its impact on readers. This module encourages students to explore the unique capabilities of AI in creating narratives that differ from traditional print stories, examining the potential of AI to transform storytelling.

Learning Outcomes:

• Gain a broad understanding of AI's role in writing and storytelling.
• Evaluate AI-generated writing alongside traditional human-crafted stories.
• Analyze and contrast the characteristics of print narratives with those of AI-generated content, focusing on storytelling differences, audience engagement, and publication possibilities.

You will learn about how to contextualize digital literature in the spectrum of literature from codex to contemporary online platforms. You will also apply theories of narrative to contemporary online works, critically analyze and explain the relation of text and image (and other modalities) in specific online works, and examine the role of classic texts (Birkets) in today’s modern understanding of digital fiction. 

1. Wu, J., et al. (2021). "Recursively summarising books with human feedback."
   This groundbreaking study explores the use of AI in summarizing complex literary works. The paper delves into the process where AI algorithms are trained with human feedback to create concise, yet comprehensive summaries of books. It presents a unique intersection of human creativity and AI efficiency, offering insights into how AI could augment human understanding of literature.

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3. Novel AI (2021).
   This website serves as a platform for AI-powered writing tools. It demonstrates the practical applications of AI in creative writing, providing users with AI-assisted tools for crafting narratives. The site exemplifies the blend of AI technology with human creativity, offering a glimpse into the future of storytelling where AI plays a collaborative role.

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5. Benson, D. (2022). "AI in Fiction and the Future of War."
   David Benson's article probes into the use of AI in writing war fiction, examining how AI can generate narratives that speculate on future warfare. The piece highlights the capacity of AI to extend beyond current human imagination, offering new dimensions in fiction writing, particularly in speculative and science fiction genres.

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7. Chubb, J., et al. (2022). "Expert views about missing AI narratives: is there an AI story crisis?"
   This paper delves into the discourse around AI narratives, addressing concerns about potential gaps in AI storytelling. It raises critical questions about the representation and diversity in AI-generated content, examining whether AI can truly capture the breadth and depth of human experiences and storytelling diversity.

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9. Suggested Reading: Howlarium (2022). "What will AI do to reading?"
   This article explores the implications of AI on the future of reading. It discusses how AI might transform readers' experiences, from interactive storytelling to personalized narrative journeys. The piece contemplates the changing landscape of reading in the age of AI, probing the potential shifts in reader engagement and content consumption.

These readings are relevant to the course overall because they provide a foundation for understanding how to use new media technologies to create and share stories, and are essential for you who want to develop their skills and expertise in this field.