Which of the following are mentioned as potential pitfalls of using Al in writing?
(Select all that apply)
- Using Al for tasks that are traditionally done with a keyboard
- Relying solely on Al-generated content without thorough review
- The inability of some Al tools to fully grasp ethical considerations
- Only using Al tools that are free to the public
- Over-relying on Al tools, which can lead to a loss of critical thinking
Relying solely on Al-generated content without thorough review
- The inability of some Al tools to fully grasp ethical considerations
- Over-relying on Al tools, which can lead to a loss of critical thinking
Which of the following is the independent clause in this sentence?
Until you pass the BACB exam, you cannot supervise cases, because that would be against the licensing law in this state.
You cannot supervise cases
True or False:
All of the following are examples of “Change Your Approach” in the “10 Proofreading Tips They Didn’t Teach in School” video.
* print your assignment
* Use the zoom-in feature
* read line by line
* point out each individual word with a pencil or cursor
True
When editing your paper for conciseness, which of the following is NOT one of the strategies you can use?
Question every word in each sentence to determine if it is providing something unique and important
Replace several vague words with fewer, more powerful, and specific words
Remove all descriptive phrases and words
When possible, combine sentences
Remove all descriptive phrases and words
Once you’ve written your paper, what is a strategy you can use to determine if it is effectively organized?
Creating an outline based on what you wrote and looking for gaps in logic and/or information
Using the find/replace option on your word processing program can be helpful for all of the following EXCEPT which one?
Anding errors you commonly make (e.g., such as confusing there and their)
Finding words that you tend to overuse and then replacing some instances with a different word
If you find an error, using find/replace may help you search for additional instances of that same error.
Searching for grammatical
Searching for grammatical errors
After you have spent so much time deciding what to write about, doing the research, and writing your paper, you may be so tired of your topic that you want to avoid proofreading your paper. All of the following are reasons you should not make that mistake EXCEPT which one?
Once you submit a report or paper, you cannot change it.
Proofreading is important to make sure you fully understand your topic.
What you write leaves a lasting impression.
Proofreading is essential if you want to leave a lasting, favorable impression on your audience.
Proofreading is important to make sure you fully understand your topic.
When you begin revising and editing your writing, all of the following are some suggestions to help you get started from the students in the Purdue Owl Writing Lab video EXCEPT which one?
Read your paper silently, paying attention to grammar, punctuation, and overall flow
While editing your paper, you will need to cut parts of it. Which of the following should NOT be considered when determining which parts to cut?
Read your paper aloud to help determine what flows well and what needs to be cut or reworded.
Each sentence should be clear and precise.
Look for the longest paragraphs and make cuts there.
Every paragraph should support the paper’s core point
Look for the longest paragraphs and make cuts there.
When proofreading, which of the following is NOT suggested in this week’s readings and videos?
Proofread on your computer, rather than on paper
Which of the following is NOT advisable when writing paragraphs?
Sentences in a paragraph should be unified with each other.
The writer should provide signposts or clues to help the reader follow along.
Paragraptis should start with a clear topic sentence.
Sentences should end with information that is familiar to the reader.
Sentences should end with information that is familiar to the reader.
True or False:
When proofreading your paper for wordiness, all of the following are phrases you can look for that can be eliminated:
* based on the fact that
* for the purpose of
* in order to
* it is important to
True
After spending a long time writing your paper, you may be so familiar with it that it may be hard to see any errors. Given that, which of the following are things you can do to proofread and edit your paper
Ask someone you trust to read your paper and provide feedback
True or False:
When creating a reverse outline, all of the following are steps you should take.
* In the margin, write down the topic of each paragraph.
* As you reread your paper, make notes about the things you want to change.
* In the margin, write down how each paragraph advances the overall argument.
* As you reread your paper, use a separate document to type a rough outline.
False
In the video, “10 Proofreading Tips They Don’t Teach in School, the speakers talk about making your own proofreading checklist. Which of the following tips is suggested?
Review instructor feedback for guidance
What is the primary benefit of using Al’s Natural Language Processing (NLP) technology for behavior analysts?
It allows for the analysis of large text troves to extract insights and spot data trends.
When you are proofreading, which of the following are errors you should look for?
Sentence structure, grammar, spelling/ punctuation, language
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Module 2 - Scholarly Writing for Academic Success: The Writing Process16
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Module 3 - Patterns of Language18
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Module 4 - Principles of Writing Well63
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Module 5 - Professional Writing: Correspondence and Resumes23
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Module 6 - Interpersonal Communication and Collaboration: Business Etiquette and Leadership9
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Module 7 - Proofreading & Editing17
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Module 8 - Interpersonal Communication and Collaboration: Ethics, Persuasion, and Negotiation8
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Module 11 - Case Management Skills (BONUS)47
