Dr. Roger Kreuz
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May 15, 2024
Originality & Plagiarism: The “Grey Zone” Of A.I. Creativity

Generative A.I. tools are rapidly reshaping our business landscape faster than we can keep up…especially in the areas of content creation and marketing. This is why it’s important to learn how to communicate with A.I. (aka. prompting). This skill is not only vital to supporting the day-to-day tasks but also the creative and innovative ways that you “do work” ETHICALLY to grow your business.

In this interview, I sit down with Dr. Roger Kreuz, a professor of cognitive psychology and psycholinguistics at The University of Memphis, and the author of six books on the psychology behind language…including how we MUST be “talking to” artificial intelligence. You'll gain practical insights and tips on how to protect your ideas and harness the opportunities A.I. is bringing to the market to ensure that you stay ahead of the curve and thrive.

The Guest

Author and World-Renowned Researcher | Dr. Kreuz is the author of six books on the psychology behind language, and most recently shedding light on the impact of A.I. on communication and language. His research on the psychological mechanisms behind language has been published in top-tier peer-reviewed journals around the world and disseminated at global conferences, establishing him as a leading voice influencing both academic research and practical applications in educational and therapeutic settings.

Professor of Cognitive Psychology and Psycholinguistics | Over his thirty-year career at the University of Memphis, Dr. Roger Kreuz has taught cognitive psychology and psycholinguistics. 

Associate Dean at The University of Memphis | Dr. Roger Kreuz has played a pivotal role in shaping educational policies and advancing interdisciplinary collaboration at the the College of Arts and Sciences at The University of Memphis. He launched several new degree programs and initiatives aimed at enhancing student engagement and research, and was instrumental in securing substantial funding for research and educational projects that significantly contributed to the growth and success of the College.

The Interview
  • ‍Originality vs. Plagiarism: Dr. Kreuz discusses the continuum between originality and plagiarism, highlighting the complexity and gray areas in defining and distinguishing between truly original work and copied or slightly altered content.
  • Impact of A.I. on Intellectual Property: The conversation touches on recent lawsuits involving A.I. companies, where creators like Sarah Silverman have sued over the use of their works in training A.I. models without permission or compensation.
  • Generative A.I. and Creative Output: Dr. Kreuz examines how generative A.I. fits into the debate over originality and copyright infringement, suggesting that the role of A.I. might be likened to ghostwriting rather than straightforward plagiarism.
  • Ethical and Legal Challenges in A.I.: The discussion includes ethical concerns regarding the use of copyrighted material in training AI and the legal challenges this poses, as seen in court cases and academic debates.
  • Artificial Intelligence in Academia: Dr. Kreuz describes various academic perspectives on A.I.’s role in education, from outright bans to integrated teaching approaches, reflecting the ongoing debate over how best to incorporate A.I. tools in educational settings.
  • A.I. Detection Tools: He mentions the development and limitations of A.I. detection tools like Turnitin’s A.I. score, which aims to identify A.I.-generated content but faces challenges such as false positives.
  • A.I.’s Influence on Artistic Creation: The interview explores how artists use and interact with A.I., including issues around appropriation and homage in the art world, highlighting the thin lines between influence and imitation.
  • Educational Value of A.I.: Dr. Kreuz talks about the potential of A.I. to recommend resources and enhance learning, but also warns about the pitfalls of A.I.-generated false references and hallucinated content.
  • A.I. and Communication: The conversation delves into A.I.’s impact on the nature of communication, exploring how AI interprets and generates language based on vast datasets, yet without the contextual understanding that humans have.
  • Future of A.I. and Consciousness: Finally, Dr. Kreuz speculates on the possibility of A.I. becoming self-aware, discussing the concept of embodied cognition and the unlikely scenario of A.I. developing self-awareness without physical embodiment, alongside the potential social implications of persuasive A.I. technologies.
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The Show Notes

00:00 - Defining the concepts of originality and plagiarism in the context of A.I. and human creativity.

02:12 - The "Gray Area" of artistic appropriation in art, how generative A.I. is extracting and utilizing the essence of various works.

3:04 - Legal challenges with A.I. and creator copyright issues, including a famous celebrity lawsuit with Sarah Silverman.

4:11 - Historical context of A.I. learning, such as Google's book scanning project, and concerns about AI's use of copyrighted material without proper acknowledgement or compensation.

6:06 - Using A.I. as a "discovery tool" to recommend books and other media based on user interests.

7:15 - The dual-edged nature of A.I. in education and ghostwriting, including its potential to mislead and plagiarize.

9:07 - How university academics are being challenged by A.I. tools like ChatGPT.

12:39 - Strategies for maintaining academic integrity in the face of advanced A.I. tools.

16:05 - How A.I. can enhance learning by personalizing explanations and using relatable metaphors.

17:26 - The Importance of access to information and the underutilization of available educational resources like Wikipedia.

18:59 - Human vs. AI Creativity: Teaching and detecting "original thinking" in academic and creative contexts.

21:58 - Philosophical discussion on the nature of language in human interaction, the persuasive aspects of language and its social implications.

24:01 - Communication methods in non-human species and the uniqueness of human language.

26:41 - The prevalence of miscommunication, the importance of understanding it and the impact in daily life and relationships.

30:10 - Speculating on the potential for A.I. to develop self-awareness and the ethical implications.

35:05 - Predictions and concerns about the evolving relationship between humans and A.I. technologies.

39:26 - The challenges of keeping up with the fast-paced advancements in AI technology.

The Links
Website: 
https://www.rogerkreuz.net/
Linked In: 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/roger-kreuz-93436237/
Spotify: 
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/metamindai/episodes/Originality--Plagiarism-The-Grey-Zone-Of-A-I--Creativity--Dr--Roger-Kreuz-e2jmvvm
Apple Podcasts: 

"Many people have claimed that there is no such thing as originality. Many people have argued that to have an original thought simply means you've forgotten where it came from, that nothing is new under the sun, that there really is no such thing as originality. But if that's true, there's a line you can cross between originality and plagiarism where things become very problematic." - Dr. Roger Kreuz

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