This blog entry is not about “Witchcraft for Beginners: Everything You Need to Know”. Although that 345-word article is below, I didn’t write it. I used an artificial intelligence (AI) content writing tool, and that’s what this article is about.
I’ve read (and heard gossip) about writers and other content creators using AI to write books, blogs, social media posts, and even some of those Amazon Best Sellers by mysterious authors that can’t be found. AI content writing tools can be valuable but also have some significant problems.
The advantages of AI content writing tools
There are many different kinds of AI writing tools, from the simple Grammarly, which reviews spelling, grammar, clarity, and engagement, to advanced programs that can research and write an article in minutes. Writers and content creators can also use AI to write emails, headlines, captions, ads, testimonials, etc. Compared to the human writer, AI can produce more content quickly to meet the demands of a hungry market and is more cost-effective.
The problems with AI content writing tools
There are so many problems with AI content writing tools. In general, the results suck.
Google’s John Mueller once called AI-generated content “spam”. Mueller tweeted, “As far as I can tell, most sites have trouble creating higher-quality content, they don’t need help creating low-quality content.”
AI-generated content is generic, lacking originality, creativity, and the author’s voice. Plagiarism is also a problem. Many AI tools scrape the internet and stitch or combine content from different websites. AI writes for an algorithm, not quality.
Ironically, writing for an algorithm can backfire when it comes to Google. It’s reasonable to be sceptical of Google and its search engine results. However, in Google’s August 2022 helpful content update, the company reiterated that it aims “to ensure people see more original, helpful content written by people, for people, in search results.”
Google has a guide for search engine optimisation (SEO) but adds that content creators should apply SEO guidelines to people-first content. AI-generated content lacks Expertise, Authoritativeness and Trustworthiness (E-A-T), an SEO concept derived from Google’s Quality Raters’ Guidelines. In its Webmaster guidelines, Google says it may take action on such content and prevent a website using automatically generated content from showing up in Search.
The use of AI content writing tools can hurt our communities
All the technical reasons aside, one big problem with AI content writing tools is their use can hurt our communities. AI writing tools are behind much of the plagiarism that Pagan authors face, and many of those generic and superficial articles, books, and other content are typically aimed at beginners.
Below is an example. An AI content writing tool wrote this in about five minutes, and I made minor edits.
Witchcraft for Beginners: Everything You Need to Know, according to AI
Do you want to learn about Witchcraft? Are you curious about the powers that Witches possess? In this blog post, we will discuss everything that you need to know about Witchcraft for beginners! We will cover essential topics such as the history of Witchcraft, the different types of Witches, and the tools and supplies you will need. We will also provide a few tips on how to get started in your journey as a Witch!
Witchcraft has been around for centuries, with its origins dating back to ancient times. The practice of Witchcraft is often associated with worshipping nature gods and goddesses and using magical spells and potions. Society once feared and persecuted Witches, but in recent years there has been a resurgence in interest in Witchcraft. Today, there are many types of Witches, all of whom practice their Craft differently.
If you’re interested in learning more about Witchcraft, there are a few things that you need to know. First, it’s essential to understand the history and origins of Witchcraft. This will give you a better understanding of the practice and its place in today’s world. Second, you need to know what type of Witch you want to be. There are many types of Witches, each with unique powers and abilities. Third, you will need to gather the tools and supplies you need for your Witchcraft practice. This includes items such as candles, herbs, and crystals.
Now that you know the basics of Witchcraft, it’s time to start your journey! There are a few things that you can do to start learning about Witchcraft and begin practising:
- Seek books and resources to teach you about Witchcraft’s history and origins.
- Find a mentor or teacher who can help guide your studies.
- Join a coven or group of Witches so that you can learn and grow with others.
- Remember to have fun and enjoy the ride!
Witchcraft is all about self-discovery and tapping into your unique powers. So go out there and explore the world of Witchcraft! You may surprise yourself with what you’re capable of.
Did you learn everything you need to know about Witchcraft? Does the article sound like one I’d write? (I hope not).
AI should be an assistant
An AI writing tool can be helpful for writers and content creators. It can help spark ideas, source content suggestions, and overcome writer’s block. It can help you with grammar, spelling, punctuation, style, tone, and engagement. An AI writer can assist you but should never replace you. It can’t capture your voice, knowledge, experience, and wisdom.
