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AI Syllabus Statement Examples

The following are examples for different levels of AI that faculty can use in their courses.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) definition

Generative AI refers to any artificial intelligence applications that produce human-like content including, but not limited to text, images, audio, video, and any other data and information, (or are used to solve mathematical or logical problems). Examples are [insert examples relevant to your course].

Ethical considerations are of the utmost significance when utilizing AI. Always ensure critical evaluation of outputs for bias and alignment with academic integrity. Please refer to the SUNY Canton Academic Integrity Policy for more details.

Faculty, please select one of the statements below for your syllabus depending on how you plan to treat Artificial Intelligence usage in your course:

Option #1 = Prohibited/Zero use of Generative AI

In this course, we learn from our experiences and from each other. You are encouraged to play with your creative freedoms, to problem-solve, and to contribute your ideas in your unique ways. Owing to our commitment to authenticity in this course, the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) to complete coursework is prohibited. All work presented by you for a grade in this course must be of your own doing.

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Option #2 = Limited usage of Generative AI with permission:

The use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) is allowed in this course with the following limitations:

• The use of generative AI in this course is allowed for specified tasks, such as assistive research, brainstorming, improvement of evaluation, critique, and analytical skills, [or other uses pertinent to your course]. Specific instructions or limitations might be posted in the prompts of individual assignments.
• All materials obtained using generative AI must be fully cited and referenced following the [MLA, APA, Chicago] style guidelines. Please review the SUNY Canton ChatGPT and other AI Tools lib guide to learn how to properly cite and reference generative AI.

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Option #3 = Open usage of Generative AI

You are [allowed/encouraged] to responsibly use generative artificial intelligence (AI) in your research and projects, enhancing creativity while ensuring all AI-generated materials are accurately cited and referenced following the [MLA, APA, Chicago] style guidelines. Please review the SUNY Canton ChatGPT and other AI Tools lib guide to learn how to properly cite and reference generative AI.