– Dennis Barron
“In the digital writing era, the computer has transformed literacy practices, shaping our language and communication”
The process of writing has changed dramatically in a world where the click of a computer has replaced the scratch of pencils on paper. When I think back on how I write, I see that I can move between digital and physical media with ease, and each has its benefits for my creative writing.
The Pleasure of the Tangible
There is a certain physical quality to the feel of pencil on paper. I enjoy the ease with which I can scribble ideas, do simple sketches of outlines, and record important points in a notebook in the beginning. This tactile method gives me a genuine touch, letting ideas develop naturally without the pressure to edit and modify too soon.
The Tech Landscape
Writing technologies have evolved beyond word-processing tools. I particularly use Grammarly every day and find it extremely useful, it makes proofreading easier, while note-taking applications help me keep my thoughts organized neatly. These devices are useful tools that improve my writing process significantly.
The Future
Technological innovation has brought about disruption within every area of human life. Artificial intelligence more so than ever is automating previously human tasks such as basic writing promts, writing code, outlining essays or responding to emails. As every previous invention, AI is meant to boost human efficiency, making everyday task easier, leaving humans with the only part of us we cannot replicate – the creative, inventive aspect which made these inventions possible in the first place.
