Before using Generative AI for an Assignment
Step 1: Consult your Course Outline
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Step 2: Ask your TA or Course Instructor
Based on course policies, can you use Gen AI for this assignment?
(e.g. ChatGPT, Quilbot, Copilot, Open AI)
Yes
Understand the assignment requirements and expectations. It’s your responsibility to ask if you’re not sure. Do you know how you can use the tool and at what stages you are allowed to use it for this assignment?
Inform yourself about the Gen AI tool’s policy on safety, privacy and collection of your personal data.
Critically analyze and always fact check Gen AI’s outputs as it can often lack reliability and accuracy.
Only use Gen AI as a tool to assist or collaborate. You are still responsible for doing the work.
Cite and explain your use of Gen AI in the final submission. Keep a record of how you used Gen AI in case you are asked about it later.
No
Avoid using Gen AI for your assignment. It won’t help you achieve its learning outcomes. Using Gen AI might result in a low grade or an Academic Honesty investigation.
Instead, focus on planning assignments in advance and reaching out to academic supports and resources at York!
Keep drafts, outlines, and notes related to your assignment in case you are asked about them by your instructor.