In this episode we explore what it might take to design writing assignments that students are less likely to outsource to AI.

We look at a college philosophy assignment called “My Apologies” and use it as a lens for thinking about AI-resistant assignment design—not because every teacher should copy it, but because it reveals some useful principles for K–12 classrooms.

Topics covered:

• Why many traditional writing assignments may not survive easy access to AI
• The difference between preventing AI use and designing work students want to own
• What the “My Apologies” assignment asks students to do
• How AI changes the cost of generic assignments
• Why strong assignment design can make grading more meaningful for teachers
• Practical questions teachers can ask when redesigning writing tasks
• Why AI-resistant work is often more humane pedagogy

Sources:

https://philife.nd.edu/assets/308458/fullsize/drexler_apology_assignment.pdf

https://www.amazon.com/Good-Life-Method-Reasoning-Questions/dp/1984880322/