Thirteen residents of Yanggu, Gangwon Province, have published their first books using generative artificial intelligence (AI) to write personal essays. This initiative showcases how digital technology education can lead to personal life documentation and publishing.
According to Yanggu County, a book concert titled 'Debut Process of Life Writers Using Generative AI' will be held at 6 p.m. on the 17th in the cafeteria on the first floor of the Lifelong Learning Center.
This event aims to share the results of a digital humanities lifelong education program that began in June with the community.
The 13 participants utilized generative AI as a writing tool to complete essays based on their experiences and thoughts. Each finished work has been published as an official book.
Generative AI suggests topics, structure, and sentences based on user prompts and instructions, assisting those unfamiliar with writing in organizing their thoughts and refining drafts.
However, content generated by AI may include inaccuracies, necessitating verification and editing by the authors. The quality of the final work is also influenced by the authors' specific memories, judgments, and the editing process.
This program is significant as it connects generative AI education not just to technical experience but also to the tangible outcomes of personal life documentation and publishing. It expands the realm of lifelong learning from digital skills training to creative activities.
About 30 people, including nine participants involved in the publishing, will attend the book concert, which will be hosted by Professor Jeong Yu-jeong.
In the first part of the event, participants will share their experiences from the education program and present their books. In the second part, Professor Kim Yang-soo from Kyung Hee University will give a special lecture on 'AI and Humanities,' discussing the value of creative work in the age of artificial intelligence and methods for documenting life using digital technology.
Park In-sook, head of the Lifelong Education Department in Yanggu County, stated, 'It is meaningful that the lives and stories of individual residents have culminated in a book through the use of generative AI. We will expand lifelong learning programs that teach digital skills and their application in daily life.'
* This article has been translated by AI.
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