Generative AI tools offer new opportunities for student learning. AI tools can help improve accessibility, offer custom practice opportunities and help personalize learning. However, it's crucial that both educators and students continue to value the "productive struggle"—the essential effort—that underpins genuine learning. Lessons and activities that use AI should be designed to enhance this struggle, rather than providing a simple shortcut. 

Teachers should make their expectations around the use of AI tools in their classroom very explicit. Student should refrain from using AI tools unless specifically authorized by the teacher. Teachers and staff have a responsibility to help students develop skills for productive use of AI tools as well as an acknowledgement the hard work inherent in learning. 

1. Follow your Teacher's Instructions

   • Follow the teacher's expectations on the level of AI use for each assignment. Use the chart at right and ask for clarification if unsure. 

   • Use the only the tools approved by the teacher.

2. Maintain Academic Integrity 

   • Follow Brookline Policies outlined in the BHS Academic Honesty Policy

   • Include citations when using AI generated content:

     1. MLA Guide to Generative AI Citations

     2. APA Guide to Generative AI Citations

     3. Chicago Guide to Generative AI Citations

3. Protect your Personal Data

   • Use only teacher directed tools 

   • Do not include personally identifiable information (names, addresses, ID numbers etc.) into prompts or documents that are shared with the tools. 

4. Be Aware of Bias in AI Responses

   • Review all generative AI output and evaluate for bias or erroneous information.

5. Use AI a Learning Assistant

   • AI tools can be a valuable asset in success as a learner. Use the tool to help you engage in the "Productive Struggle"