About the publisher: I found Rebecca Ackermann’s assurances about the shortcomings of chatbots to be rather superficial and marginal for those of us who deal with artificial intelligence every day in the classroom.

If writing were just a form of communication, Ackermann’s assurance would have some validity. However, writing and rewriting one’s work are essential stages of cognitive growth and the development of more sophisticated thought patterns.

Students who avoid these opportunities are like athletes saying to a friend, “You train for me, but I play.” They may be able to participate in the game, but they will not be able to fulfill their own potential and contribution to society. You get caught up in superficial thought patterns and problem solving.

That cannot do our culture, economy and democracy any good.

Dennis M. Clausen, Escondido

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About the publisher: Like many others, I hate artificial intelligence replacing creative types like artists and writers. However, they probably cannot and should not hold back progress.

While I understand that creativity differs from general work, what law would protect the artist more than the elevator driver or the gas station attendant from progress?

A company is not accountable to its shareholders for promoting artistic creation. I believe there will always be a market for true creativity, but with artificial intelligence, that market will be much smaller and those who survive will be the very best.

Ron Garber, Duarte