Syllabus Use Policies

The following use policies may be adapted and used by instructors at second and post-secondary levels in support of their views on artificial intelligence in the classroom.

Departments (or individual faculty) may consider adding one to your syllabi this upcoming semester!

Prohibitive

In this course, students may not use generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools, including but not limited to: ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Claude, DALL·E, and other large language models in their academic work.

AI-generated text may not appear in any form within submitted work. 

This includes, but is not limited to:

• Asking AI to compose sample sentences, paragraphs, or essays;

• Using AI to rewrite or improve wording, transitions, or stylistic elements;

• Copying and pasting any text generated by AI tools, even if subsequently edited;

• Relying on AI to correct grammar, syntax, or structure within submitted drafts.

• The final product must be entirely human-authored.

If I have reason to believe that AI-generated language has been used in the drafting or revision of an assignment, you will be required to provide documented evidence of your writing process to confirm originality. This may include:

• Timestamped outlines, notes, and handwritten drafts;

• Screenshots from non-AI tools (e.g., Google Docs version history) showing the evolution of the work;

• An in-person explanation or impromptu writing sample to demonstrate authorship.

Failure to provide sufficient evidence will result in a presumption of academic dishonesty and may lead to a zero on the assignment, a failing grade in the course, or referral for disciplinary action.

Use of AI in ways that cross into drafting or revision, whether intentional or not, violates this policy. Claims of experimentation, exploratory use, or misunderstanding will not be accepted as valid defenses.

By submitting work in this course, you affirm that all written content is your own original, human-authored work. No portion of the final draft may be generated, revised, or optimized by AI tools.

Permissible for Brainstorming, Organizing, Outlining but Prohibited for Composition and Editing

In this course, students may use generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools, including but not limited to ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Claude, DALL·E, and other large language models, for the limited purposes of brainstorming, organizing ideas, and outlining assignments. However, AI-generated text may not appear in any form within submitted work. You are strictly prohibited from using AI tools for the drafting or revising of any phrases, sentences, paragraphs, or full assignments.

This includes, but is not limited to:

• Asking AI to compose sample sentences, paragraphs, or essays;

• Using AI to rewrite or improve wording, transitions, or stylistic elements;

• Copying and pasting any text generated by AI tools, even if subsequently edited;

• Relying on AI to correct grammar, syntax, or structure within submitted drafts.

The final product must be entirely human-authored.

If I have reason to believe that AI-generated language has been used in the drafting or revision of an assignment, you will be required to provide documented evidence of your writing process to confirm originality. This may include:

• Timestamped outlines, notes, and handwritten drafts;

• Screenshots from non-AI tools (e.g., Google Docs version history) showing the evolution of the work;

• An in-person explanation or impromptu writing sample to demonstrate authorship.

Failure to provide sufficient evidence will result in a presumption of academic dishonesty and may lead to a zero on the assignment, a failing grade in the course, or referral for disciplinary action.

You are expected to understand the distinction between using AI to organize your thoughts and using AI to author your work. Use of AI in ways that cross into drafting or revision, whether intentional or not, violates this policy. Claims of experimentation, exploratory use, or misunderstanding will not be accepted as valid defenses.

By submitting work in this course, you affirm that all written content is your own original, human-authored work. No portion of the final draft may be generated, revised, or optimized by AI tools.

Acceptable Open Use

In this course, students are permitted to use generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools—including but not limited to ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Claude, DALL·E, and other large language models—for any stage of their academic work. This includes brainstorming, organizing, outlining, drafting, revising, and editing.

Attribution Requirement

All use of AI tools must be acknowledged and attributed. Attribution should:

• Identify which AI tool(s) were used;

• Specify the purpose(s) for which the tool was used (e.g., brainstorming ideas, drafting an introduction, refining transitions); and

• Be included clearly within the submitted assignment (e.g., in a note, appendix, or footnote).

Transparency and Integrity

The central expectation is transparency. Using AI without disclosure constitutes academic dishonesty. Proper attribution demonstrates responsible engagement with these tools and upholds academic integrity.

Affirmation of Responsibility

By submitting work in this course, you affirm that:

• You have fully disclosed and accurately described any use of AI tools;

• You accept full responsibility for the quality and accuracy of your submitted work, regardless of AI involvement.