Today we discussed why academic writing must reflect your own thinking and understanding rather than relying on artificial intelligence to generate your ideas. After learning about the expectations for authentic writing, reflect on why it is important for students to write essays in their own words.

 Prompt Response: Students should write essays in their own words because it will show their true understanding of the topic and what they are writing about.

Summary: Writing should reflect on a student's own ideas and understanding. They should use their own thinking and knowledge from their head to explain clearly.

Reflection: Writing in your own words is important because it help the student learn. You understand the topic more deeply and it'll make you think deeply as well.