This page includes sample syllabus statements adapted from SUNY Brockport's Library and other universities in Canada & the U.S.A. Feel free to modify them as needed to best meet the requirements of your own classes.
Lance Eaton maintains a crowd sourced Google Doc containing nearly 200 different syllabus statements, which can be found here: Syllabi Policies for AI Generative Tools
During this course, you may use generative AI (e.g. ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot, etc.) to assist with assignments providing that you also do the following:
Failure to acknowledge the use of AI on course assignments will result in a required 1-on-1 meeting with me. During this meeting, If you cannot appropriately demonstrate your understanding of the course material (you must do so without reciting your assignment to me), you will receive a zero on the assignment and may receive a charge of academic dishonesty as defined in the SUNY Potsdam Academic Honor Code.
Written by Logan Rath, SUNY Brockport
This course encourages students to explore the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT for all assignments and assessments. Any such use must be appropriately acknowledged and cited. It is each student’s responsibility to assess the validity and applicability of any AI output that is submitted; you are ultimately responsible. Violations of this policy will be considered academic dishonesty and fall under the SUNY Potsdam Academic Honor Code for determining appropriate consequences. We draw your attention to the fact that different classes can implement different AI policies, and it is your responsibility to conform to expectations for each course.
Adapted from Harvard.
Students in this course are encouraged to explore the use of AI-based tools (such as ChatGPT) when completing assignments. All sources, including AI tools, must be properly cited. Use of AI without proper citation will be considered academic dishonesty and subject to disciplinary action according to SUNY Potsdam's Academic Honor Code.
Please note that AI results can be biased and inaccurate. It is your responsibility to ensure that the information you use from AI is accurate. Additionally, pay attention to the privacy of your data. Many AI tools will incorporate and use any content you share, so be careful not to unintentionally share copyrighted materials, original work, or personal information.
Learning how to thoughtfully and strategically use AI-based tools may help you develop your skills, refine your work, and prepare you for your future career. If you have any questions about citation or about what constitutes academic integrity in this course or at the SUNY Brockport, please feel free to contact me to discuss your concerns.
Adapted from The University of Washington
In this course, we may use generative AI tools (such as ChatGPT) to examine the ways in which these kinds of tools may inform our exploration of the topics of the class. You will be informed as to when and how these tools will be used, along with guidance for attribution if/as needed. Any use of generative AI tools outside of these parameters constitutes plagiarism and may result in a charge of academic dishonesty as defined in the SUNY Potsdam Academic Honor Code.
Adapted from University of Texas-Austin
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools and applications (such as ChatGPT, DALL-E, etc.) in some circumstances in this course as they support the course learning objectives. The specifics of when, where and how these tools are permitted will be included with each assignment, along with guidance for attribution. Any use of these tools other than where indicated is a violation of this course’s expectations and will be addressed through SUNY Potsdam's Academic Honor Code.
Adapted from University of Wisconsin-Madison
The use of generative AI tools or apps for assignments in this course, including tools like ChatGPT and other AI writing or coding assistants, is prohibited. Detection of the use of AI tools may result in disciplinary action following SUNY Potsdam's Academic Honor Code.
Adapted from the University of Toronto
