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Ethical AI Integration in Instruction

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Using AI Responsibly in Teaching

This guide supports faculty at Vector Technology Institute (VTI) in integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools into teaching responsibly, ethically, and effectively. AI is now part of the academic landscape. Rather than ignoring it, faculty can design learning experiences that promote critical thinking, originality, and academic integrity.

Why AI in Education Matters

AI tools such as generative text systems, coding assistants, and research summarizers are widely accessible to students. These tools can:

  • Generate essays and reports
  • Write computer code
  • Summarize research articles
  • Suggest citations (sometimes incorrectly)
  • Provide explanations of technical concepts

The goal at VTI is not to eliminate AI use, but to ensure it is used transparently and responsibly while preserving academic standards.

Core Principles for Responsible AI Use

  • Transparency: Students must disclose AI assistance.
  • Accountability: Students remain responsible for all submitted work.
  • Skill Development: AI should support learning, not replace thinking.
  • Equity: Assignments should not disadvantage students without advanced AI access.
  • Critical Evaluation: Students must verify AI-generated information.

Permitted vs. Prohibited AI Use (Suggested Framework)

Permitted (With Disclosure)

  • Brainstorming ideas
  • Grammar and clarity editing
  • Code debugging assistance
  • Generating practice questions
  • Outlining structure for assignments

Prohibited (Unless Explicitly Approved)

  • Submitting AI-generated essays as original work
  • Using AI during closed-book assessments
  • Generating fabricated references
  • Replacing required critical analysis with AI summaries

Designing AI-Resilient Assignments

1. Scaffolded Research Projects

  • Topic proposal submission
  • Annotated bibliography requirement
  • Draft submission checkpoints
  • Final reflection component

2. Personalization

  • Local case studies
  • Industry-specific examples
  • Personal application questions

3. Process-Based Assessment

  • In-class writing sessions
  • Oral defense of submissions
  • Source explanation discussions
  • Research logs

AI Disclosure Statement Template

I used AI tools for brainstorming and editing assistance in this assignment. All final analysis, argument development, and citations were reviewed and verified by me. I take full responsibility for the content submitted.

Faculty may require students to attach this disclosure statement when AI is used.

Addressing AI Misuse

If AI misuse is suspected:

  • Request explanation of arguments and sources
  • Conduct short oral clarification
  • Compare draft progression (if scaffolded)
  • Focus on evidence-based evaluation rather than AI-detection tools alone

AI detection tools are not fully reliable and should not be used as sole evidence of misconduct.

Benefits of Responsible AI Integration

  • Prepares students for modern workplace environments
  • Encourages digital literacy
  • Promotes ethical technology use
  • Strengthens analytical thinking
  • Improves writing through guided editing

AI is a tool. Learning remains the objective. Faculty guidance determines whether AI becomes a shortcut—or a scaffold for deeper learning.

Faculty Support

The VTI Library can assist with:

  • Assignment redesign consultation
  • APA 7 instruction sessions
  • Information literacy integration
  • Academic integrity workshops
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