The article "Expert views about missing AI
narratives: is there an AI story crisis?" in the AI & Society journal
elaborates on how the narrative around artificial intelligence (AI) in our
society frequently moves between utopian promises and terrifying concerns.
Chubb, Reed, and Cowling (2022) claim that the discourse around artificial
intelligence is mostly controlled by extremes, greatly impacted by a small
number of people in positions of authority. It is crucial to sort through these
prevailing narratives and find the strands that are frequently absent to fully
comprehend the fabric of AI narratives and their ramifications on public
discourse. In keeping with this concept, I investigated the AI writing tool
Paragraph AI to evaluate its story-generating skills and possible impact on the
storytelling industry. It was my first time using this tool,
which I was unaware of.
First, I created a
narrative in the Free AI Paragraph Generator about a girl who enjoys playing
football but whose family does not encourage her. I stuck with the original
writing style and went with a one-paragraph structure; I didn't select the
bullet item option. Additionally, I decided to choose the detail option,
and the outcome is seen in the photo below.
After that, I wanted
to lengthen it and make it more persuasive for the reader. I looked for a
persuasive writing tone in the structure and decided to use it. To make it
longer, I also selected a three-paragraph style with descriptive paragraphs.
In my exploration of this platform, I stumbled upon an
expanded mode option. Curious, I clicked on it, unveiling the AI tool's ability
to craft six more compelling paragraphs.
These formats represent just a glimpse of the diverse range
available within the Paragraph AI tool.
Using Paragraph AI was a revealing experience. The user interface of the tool allowed for smooth story creation and guided me with clear instructions. I created a story using Paragraph AI that depicts the struggles and victories of Sarah, a young girl who, despite all difficulties, wants to play professional football. Using the tool, I was able to deepen the character development, preserve thematic coherence, and broaden the tale. Its recommendations were appropriate, frequently reflecting the depth of feeling required for Sarah's tale. I discovered that although artificial intelligence may greatly improve writing, human interaction is what gives stories their soul. Writing with Paragraph AI was like dancing with others. It skillfully suggested structures and provided information that I could have missed. Yet, AI writing can occasionally feel mechanical, lacking the nuanced understanding that comes naturally to a human writer. The tool's suggestions provided a solid foundation but required my input to imbue the narrative with authenticity and relatability.
My perception of AI in writing has evolved. I view it
as a powerful ally that can inspire and assist, rather than a replacement for
human creativity. As AI continues to advance, it could redefine the writing
process, making it more accessible and efficient, yet the irreplaceable core of
human emotion and experience remains central to a compelling narrative. The
narrative capabilities of Paragraph AI are remarkable; however, they seem to
lack the "co-produced collective responsible and creative
storytelling" that Chubb et al. (2022) advocates for. The tool, by nature,
cannot initiate novels or diverse narratives but requires input from users who
are conscious of these missing stories. Thus, while Paragraph AI reflects the
technological capabilities lauded in dominant AI narratives, it also embodies
the "story crisis" mentioned by Chubb et al. (2022), where AI's role
in storytelling is not fully realized beyond the scope of convenience and
efficiency.
Overall, the
criticism by Chubb et al. (2022) serves as a reminder that, despite their
achievements, AI tools like Paragraph AI remain constrained by the
narratives we feed them. They might not provide a solution for the artistic
problems we confront, but rather, they ought to be seen as allies in the
telling of stories, with a careful understanding of their limits and the
stories they help to spread.
Reference
Chubb, J., Reed, D., & Cowling, P. (2022). Expert views
about missing AI narratives: is there an AI story crisis? AI & Society.
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00146-022-01548-2
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