As AI tools like ChatGPT become more common in schools, some educators are reaching for bluebooks in an attempt to restore academic integrity. But are we asking the right questions? In this post, I explore whether writing should remain the default method for assessing knowledge, or if it’s time to reimagine our approach. From speeches to projects to presentations, there may be better ways to engage students in deep, meaningful learning—especially in a world where AI is part of the process, not just a threat to it.