Artificial Intelligence Statement

Artificial intelligence language models, such as Chat GPT, can be a helpful tool for sparking new ideas and getting inspiration for writing assignments. Language models, such as Chat GPT, are powerful tools for generating text, but it is important to understand the ethical side of using AI in academics and to always use AI tools in a responsible and ethical way. Consider exploring AI tools for assistance, not as a replacement as you work on course activities, so you can get some experience using the tools. Use it as a sounding board for ideas, source hunting, structuring, help, etc. 

Above is an example of AI Guidance modified from Fresno State, Office of Ideas.

Important note on using AI in this course: 

Given the nature of the work in this course, you will be required to use AI tools for several assignments. That being said, there are appropriate and inappropriate uses of generative AI even in this course. In your reflective writing, it would be inappropriate to rely on AI tools to generate text, except where explicitly called for. For example, if you are asked to discuss your experience, it would be disingenuous for you to generate that reflection with generative AI, as that would take away from your learning experience. However, if you are asked to use generative AI to come up with a sample policy, that is an appropriate use as it is explicitly called for in the assignment.(Taken from AI Tools for Higher Ed. Professionals Course, Fresno State, Jason McGempsy)

As you think about your own teaching courses, you will want to be explicit with your students on your expectations and when students can and should not be using AI for assignments and activities.