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Our Approach to Policies
Our Approach to Policies
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to GAI use in law schools. Each law school should adopt its own policy as should each professor. Before you enact a policy, think about the goals of your class and whether they could be better served by incorporating or banning GAI. Be intentional about your approach; make sure that your language reflects an understanding of the technology and does not inadvertently prohibit the use of permitted tools.
Below you will find resources for law schools and professors to create policies about Generative AI that align with your goals for student learning.
General Policies
General Policies
An Overview of AI and Academic Integrity for Law Schools
(older version - from 2023) General Policies and Consideration
FERPA Considerations (Policies regarding how professors should use student information)
Examples of well-thought-out policies:
Syllabus Text
Syllabus Text
Example Language for Syllabus (short and simple)
Example Language for Syllabus (Extended, with justifications)
Writing Assignment Certifications
Writing Assignment Certifications
If you allow your students to use GenAI on some assignments, consider having them fill out a form indicating what resources they have used. Here's one that comes from Professor Tanner's class: Ethics Certification. Additionally, I've started asking students to justify the ways that they're incorporating GenAI and incorporate it into a final, capstone document. (Click here to read more about the pedagogy behind the capstone assignment).
Important Tech Considerations
Important Tech Considerations
If you'll be prohibiting the use of Generative AI, be careful to explain what types of generative AI you'll be prohibiting (for instance, only LLMs, or are Gen AI systems that create pictures, music, and videos also banned?). And whether there are any exceptions for small text generation (like in email or Word). And remember, not all AI is generative. For a more complete glossary of common terms and concepts, CLICK HERE.
Where AI is Found
Where AI is Found
General AI Applications:
Email systems
Word processors (Microsoft Word's Editor)
Search engines, both general purpose (Google, Bing) and Law-specific (Lexis, Westlaw)
Social media feeds and content moderation
Navigation systems and traffic predictions
Recommendation systems (streaming platforms, online shopping)
Generative AI Applications in Legal Contexts:
Legal research platforms (Westlaw Edge, Lexis+)
Document drafting assistants (CoCounsel, Harvey.AI)
Legal practice management software
Citation and brief analysis tools (Brief Analyzer)
Legal chatbots for client intake or basic legal information
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