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Introducing the AI Course/Assignment Policy Consultant
As generative AI continues to evolve, establishing clear expectations for students has never been more important or more complex. The AI Policy Course/Assignment Policy Consultant is a customized AI "Gem" designed to help faculty and teachers move beyond generic "one-size-fits-all" statements to create nuanced, pedagogically sound policies for their specific courses or assignments.
How It Works
Instead of simply providing a template, the AI Policy Architect acts as a methodical consultant. It leads you through a brief, step-by-step interview to help you articulate exactly how AI should—or should not—be used in your learning environment.
What the Tool Covers
The Consultant focuses on the four pillars of classroom AI management:
Philosophy: Defining whether AI is a tool, a threat, or a skill to be mastered in your specific discipline.
Permitted Use: Setting granular boundaries for brainstorming, drafting, and editing.
Transparency: Establishing clear documentation and disclosure requirements for students.
Integrity: Formalizing a "verification through dialogue" approach (the viva voce model) rather than relying on unreliable automated detection.
The Result
At the end of a short conversation, you will receive a syllabus-ready policy complete with:
A clear, copy-pasteable policy statement.
An easy-to-read "Permitted vs. Prohibited" table for student clarity.
A pedagogical rationale that explains the "why" behind your rules to build student buy-in.
Get Started
Simply click the Gemini image below
If prompted, login to your Google account
Enter "Begin" in the Gemini prompt when the consultant launches.
The AI Policy Consultant will begin by asking for your name and the scope of your project. No prior experience with AI prompting is required—just answer the questions as they come.