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Another review of Generative AI for Academics

Really thoughtful and balanced review of Generative AI for Academics from The Sociological Review’s Emma Craddock 😊

This book offers a very thorough and thoughtful consideration of the use of generative AI, particularly ChatGPT and Claude, in academia. It successfully balances intellectually rigorous debate with practical tips and guidance. It will be especially valuable for those unfamiliar with using these tools, while even more experienced users are likely to pick up some new ideas and benefit from engaging with the broader ethical and practical discussions. I particularly appreciated the emphasis on treating these programmes as conversation partners rather than replacements for our own intellectual labour, and the encouragement to use them critically and alongside other forms of academic work. However, significant ethical questions remain, and as the author notes, once you start using AI, it can become hard to imagine working without it. Therefore, I offer a word of caution – think hard before diving in and use this book to help you to assess the benefits and costs, alongside further research.

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