Instructors have the authority to set the rules for how they want students to use generative AI in their classes. Many instructors have already developed policies for their courses. (Here is a document that brings together policies from several courses.)
Here are some models that might be helpful.
Prohibition:
AI tools, including ChatGPT, Bard, and the like are not permitted for any stage or phase of work in this class. Use of these tools in this course will be considered academic dishonesty and a violation of the College of Law’s Honor Code.
Any work written, developed, created, or inspired by artificial intelligence (AI) is considered plagiarism and will not be tolerated. While these new developments will find their place in our workforces and personal lives, this kind of technology does not belong as we are learning. The use of AI robs us all of the opportunity to learn from our experiences and from each other, to learn to synthesize and analyze sources and concepts, and to contribute our ideas in authentic ways. In addition, law school is a place to improve our writing. Relying on AI does not accomplish this.
Limited use:
The use of generative AI tools is permitted in this course for the following activities:
● Brainstorming and refining your ideas;
● Fine tuning your research questions;
● Finding information on your topic;
● Drafting an outline to organize your thoughts; and
● Checking grammar and style.
The use of generative AI tools is not permitted in this course for the following activities:
● Impersonating you in classroom contexts, such as by using the tool to compose discussion board prompts assigned to you or content that you put into a Zoom chat.
● Completing group work that your group has assigned to you, unless it is mutually agreed upon that you may utilize the tool.
● Writing a draft of a writing assignment.
● Writing entire sentences, paragraphs or papers to complete class assignments.
You are responsible for the information you submit based on an AI query (for instance, that it does not violate intellectual property laws, or contain misinformation or unethical content). Your use of AI tools must be properly documented and cited in order to stay within university policies on academic honesty. Any use outside of this permission will be considered academic dishonesty and a violation of the College of Law’s Honor Code.
Use when instructed to do so:
During our class, we may use AI tools such as ChatGPT. You will be informed as to when, where, and how these tools are permitted to be used, along with guidance for attribution. Any use outside of this permission will be considered academic dishonesty and a violation of the College of Law’s Honor Code.
All use:
AI tools such as ChatGPT are welcome in this class, provided that you cite when and how you use the tool. You will be provided with examples of how to cite your use of this tool in your writing.
There are a variety of AI programs available to assist students. AI programs are not a replacement for critical thinking, analysis, creativity, and originality. Writing is a craft that you must develop over time to develop your own individual voice. However, within limited circumstances, and with proper attribution, AI programs may be used as a tool.
Sample attribution language
“The author generated this document in part with [name the AI tool]. Upon generating draft language, the author reviewed, edited, and revised the language to their own liking. The author has verified all cases, statutes, regulations, and other sources cited in or relied upon in preparation of this document. The author takes ultimate responsibility for the content of this document.”
Sources: