Allowing AI co-authors is a disregard for humanization

Area of Science:

• Philosophy of Technology
• Artificial Intelligence Ethics
• Writing Studies

Background:

• The paper addresses the question of why artificial intelligence (AI) cannot be a coauthor.
• It introduces a less-discussed reason behind this limitation.

Purpose of the Study:

• To explore the implications of AI coauthorship on the human experience of writing.
• To examine the potential for self-delusion regarding AI's capabilities and human rationality.
• To discuss the consequences of AI coauthorship on the concept of humanization in authorship.

Main Methods:

• Conceptual analysis of AI's role in the writing process.
• Examination of the author-text relationship when AI is involved.
• Ethical considerations of granting AI coauthor status.

Main Results:

• Allowing AI as a coauthor devalues the human author's unique experience and critical thinking.
• It reduces the author-text relationship to a probabilistic and gamified interaction.
• This practice can lead to self-delusion about one's own rationality and understanding of the world.

Conclusions:

• Including AI as a coauthor signifies a disregard for humanization in intellectual and creative endeavors.
• The study highlights the importance of preserving the human element in authorship.