Terms taken directly from the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) Basic Artificial Intelligent Terms documentation.

• Artificial Intelligence (AI) involves computer systems imitating human intelligence for tasks, such as problem solving, learning, and natural language understanding. Remember, AI lacks independent thought and reasoning. Humans feed data into AI as well as create the algorithms and instructions that define the system's inputs, outputs, and data processing.
• AI Bias often originates from biased training data that is fed into the system. To ensure AI systems are accurate and impartial, both the training data and AI outputs must be regularly reviewed for bias.
• Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) is a form of AI capable of crafting diverse data, including images, videos, audio, text, and 3D models. It achieves this by studying patterns in existing data and leveraging that understanding to produce novel and distinctive results.
• Hallucinations occur when AI produces inaccurate results, such as creating content, resources, and references. This may be due to incomplete or biased data, the use of repeated inaccurate data, a request to complete a task that is too complex, and/or the failure to generalize.
• Large Language Model (LLM) is an AI variant trained on extensive data sets. Its primary function is to create text that mirrors human composition, and it excels in tasks such as language translation.
• Prompting, in the context of AI, is the act of feeding specific text inputs to steer the subsequent outputs and requires expertise for optimal results.

• We expect that all work students submit for this course will be their own. In instances when collaborative work is assigned, we expect the assignment to list all team members who participated. We specifically forbid the use of ChatGPT or any other generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools at all stages of the work process, including preliminary ones. Violations of this policy will be considered academic misconduct. We draw your attention to the fact that different classes could implement different AI policies, and it is the student’s responsibility to conform to expectations for each course.
• In this course, every element of class assignments must be fully prepared by the student.  The use of generative AI tools for any part of your work will be treated as plagiarism. If you have questions, please contact me.
• All assignments should be fully prepared by the student. Developing strong competencies in the skills associated with this course, from student-based brainstorming to project development, will prepare you for success in your degree pathway and, ultimately, a competitive career. Therefore, the use of generative AI tools to complete any aspect of assignments for this course are not permitted and will be treated as plagiarism. If you have questions about what constitutes a violation of this statement, please contact me.
• AI Writing tools are not permitted for any stage or phase of work in this class.  If you use these tools, your actions would be considered academically dishonest and a violation of the Academic Integrity Policy.
• To ensure all students have an equal opportunity to succeed and to preserve the integrity of the course, students are not permitted to submit text that is generated by artificial intelligence (AI) systems such as ChatGPT, Bing Chat, Claude, Google Bard, or any other automated assistance for any classwork or assessments. This includes using AI to generate answers to assignments, exams, or projects, or using AI to complete any other course-related tasks. Using AI in this way undermines your ability to develop critical thinking, writing, or research skills that are essential for this course and your academic success.

• Artificial intelligence (AI) language models, such as ChatGPT, may be used for [assignment types A, B & C] with appropriate citation, but not for [assignment types D, E & F]. If you are in doubt as to whether you are using AI language models appropriately in this course, I encourage you to discuss your situation with me. You are responsible for fact checking statements composed by AI language models.
• The use of generative AI tools (such as ChatGPT and DALL-E) for brainstorming ideas, exploring possible responses to questions or problems, and creative engagement with the materials may be useful for you as you craft responses to class assignments. While there is no substitute for working directly with your instructor, the potential for generative AI tools to provide automatic feedback, assistive technology and language assistance is clearly developing. Please feel free to reach out to me well in advance of the due date of assignments for which you may be using generative AI tools and I will be happy to discuss what is acceptable.
• In this course, students shall give credit to AI tools whenever used, even if only to generate ideas rather than usable text or illustrations. Students shall not use AI tools during in-class examinations or assignments unless explicitly permitted and instructed. Overall, AI tools should be used wisely and reflectively with an aim to deepen understanding of subject matter. When using AI tools on assignments, add an appendix showing:
  • the entire exchange, highlighting the most relevant sections
  • a description of precisely which AI tools were used (e.g. ChatGPT private subscription version or DALL-E free version)
  • an explanation of how the AI tools were used (e.g. to generate ideas, turns of phrase, elements of text, long stretches of text, lines of argument, pieces of evidence, maps of the conceptual territory, illustrations of key concepts, etc.)
  • an account of why AI tools were used (e.g. to save time, to surmount writer’s block, to stimulate thinking, to handle mounting stress, to clarify prose, to translate text, to experiment for fun, etc.)
• It is a violation of university policy to misrepresent work that you submit or exchange with your instructor by characterizing it as your own, such as submitting responses to assignments that do not acknowledge the use of generative AI tools. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions you may have about the use of generative AI tools before submitting any content that has been substantially informed by these tools.
• 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 will be treated as such.
• Understanding how and when to use generative AI tools (such as ChatGPT or DALL-E) is quickly emerging as an important skill for future professions. To that end, you are welcome to use generative AI tools in this class as long as it aligns with the learning outcomes or goals associated with assignments. You are fully responsible for the information you submit based on a generative AI query (such that it does not violate academic honesty standards, intellectual property laws, or standards of non-public research you are conducting through coursework). Your use of generative AI tools must be properly documented and cited for any work submitted in this course.
• Students may use AI as part of their research and preparation for assignments, or as a text editor, but text that is submitted must be written by the student. For example, students may use AI to generate ideas, questions, or summaries that they then revise, expand, or cite properly. Students should also be aware of the potential benefits and limitations of using AI as a tool for learning and research. AI systems can provide helpful information or suggestions, but they are not always reliable or accurate. Students should critically evaluate the sources, methods, and outputs of AI systems. Violations of this policy will be treated as academic misconduct. If you have any questions about this policy or if you are unsure whether a particular use of AI is acceptable, please do not hesitate to ask for clarification.
• During our class, we may use AI Writing 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 constitutes a violation of the Academic Integrity Policy.
• Certain assignments in this course will permit or even encourage the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT. The default is that such use is disallowed unless otherwise stated. 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 bear the final responsibility. Violations of this policy will be considered academic misconduct. We draw your attention to the fact that different classes could implement different AI policies, and it is the student’s responsibility to conform to expectations for each course.
• We recognize that there are varieties of AI programs available to assist writers. AI programs are not a replacement for human creativity, originality, and critical thinking. Writing is a craft that you must develop over time to develop your own individual voice as a writer. However, within limited circumstances, and with proper attribution, AI programs may be used as a tool.

• Artificial intelligence (AI) language models, such as ChatGPT, may be used for any assignment with appropriate citation. You are responsible for fact checking statements composed by AI language models.
• AI Writing tools such as ChatGPT are welcome in this class, if 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.
• The use of generative AI is encouraged with certain tasks and with attribution: You can choose to use AI tools to help brainstorm assignments or projects or to revise existing work you have written. When you submit your assignment, I expect you to clearly attribute what text the AI tool generated (e.g., AI-generated text appears in a different colored font, quoted directly in the text, or use an in-text parenthetical citation).
• Designers commonly use AI-content generation tools in their work. In this course, using AI-content generation tools is permitted and will be a normal and regular part of our creative process when it is used according to the below criteria. In this course, neglecting to follow these requirements may be considered academic dishonesty.
  • For each assignment, you are required to include a paragraph that explains what AI content- generation tool you used, the dates you used it, and the prompts you used to generate the content.
  • During critique, it is important to describe the precedents you used and how any source content was transformed. When showing or presenting images or other content you generated using an AI-tool, cite that image or content. If you need help referencing your creative work, contact me to collaborate.
• Students are invited to use AI platforms to help prepare for assignments and projects (e.g., to help with brainstorming or to see what a completed essay might look like). I also welcome you to use AI tools to help revise and edit your work (e.g., to help identify flaws in reasoning, spot confusing or underdeveloped paragraphs, or to simply fix citations). When submitting work, students must clearly identify any writing, text, or media generated by AI. This can be done in a variety of ways. In this course, parts of essays generated by AI should appear in a different colored font, and the relationship between those sections and student contributions should be discussed in cover letters that accompany the essay submission.
• 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 bear the final responsibility. Violations of this policy will be considered academic misconduct. We draw your attention to the fact that different classes could implement different AI policies, and it is the student’s responsibility to conform to expectations for each course.

Below are resources for the APA Style and MLA Style for citing generative AI tools:

• How to cite generative AI output (MLA)
• How to cite generative AI output (APA)
• Course Hero - Quick Guide to Citing AI Tools

• ACUE: Basic Artificial Intelligence Terms
• ACUE: AI Policy Guide – Using AI to Get Started
• The University of Texas at Austin – Center for Teaching and Learning
• University of Minnesota – ChatGPT Syllabus Statements
• Bryant University – Center for Teaching Excellence
• Harvard College – AI Guidance and FAQs

Below are links to further details and information on using iClicker Cloud, setting up the Instructor account, and polling.  The documentation is general so in the bullets below you will find more specific details that pertain to our Institute:

• We will not be using the iClicker remotes.  The only way students can respond is by purchasing a subscription and then using a mobile device or their laptop. Students can purchase a subscription from the campus bookstore or they can purchase directly through the iClicker app.
• As an instructor, you will not need to import your students. iClicker integrates with Blackboard.  Once you integrate your iClicker course with your Blackboard course, you will be able to automatically sync your roster. 

Access iClicker Cloud through:

1. The desktop software for running synchronous polling, quizzing, and attendance activities.
2. The instructor website for everything else outside of live class time: class history, assignments, people management, gradebook, attendance, and settings.

The iClicker Cloud Instructor Checklist covers all the steps you should take to get ready to use iClicker Cloud in your course for the term. It includes links to how-to articles and videos for those steps, as well as troubleshooting information. 

Student Resources

• iClicker Cloud Student Checklist and Getting Started

iClicker Support & Training

• iClicker Support (Knowledge Base or Submit a Ticket)
• iClicker Instructor Training Webinars

If you have a course that will be using iClicker Cloud, a subscription must be purchased in order to respond to the polls.  Our Instituste no longer uses the remotes. There are several levels of subscriptions that can be purchased through our Campus Bookstore or directly through the iClicker app. One subscription allows you to respond to polling for all of the classeses within the time period purchased. 

• iClicker Student Checklist (reminder: we do not use iClicker remotes)

iClicker Support

• iClicker Support (Knowledge Base or Submit a Ticket)