AI Usage Disclaimer for Teachers

Feel free to use this statement on Canvas Courses, in Google Classroom, and/or in a Class Syllabus

The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in assignments, papers, projects, and exams is prohibited unless explicitly permitted by the instructor. Students must ensure their work is original and should consult the instructor if unsure about tool usage.

AI Detection Tool Guidance for Educators

Davidson County Schools takes a proactive and nuanced approach to addressing AI-generated student work. While technological tools exist that claim to detect AI content, we strongly advise against utilizing on these unreliable detection methods.

Why We Discourage AI Detectors

• Current AI detection technologies are fundamentally flawed

• These tools frequently produce:

• False positive results

• Inaccurate assessments

• Potential bias against certain student writing styles

Our Recommended Approach

Instead of using detection tools, we encourage educators to:

• Design assignments that require personal reflection

• Create authentic assessment strategies

• Engage students in conversations about academic integrity

• Focus on understanding student learning processes

• Develop assignments that demonstrate critical thinking

Best Practices

1. Create context-specific assignments

2. Incorporate in-class writing components

3. Use scaffolded assignments with multiple checkpoints

4. Emphasize original thinking and personal analysis

Our goal is to educate, not punish—supporting student learning remains our highest priority.