1. Upholding Academic Integrity in the Age of AI

As faculty members, ensuring academic integrity has always been at the heart of our work. With the rise of AI technologies, particularly generative AI, this responsibility has become more complex. While these tools offer exciting opportunities to enhance learning, they also challenge us to rethink how we define, communicate, and uphold academic honesty. Students may not always fully understand the ethical boundaries when using AI, making it critical for us to provide clear guidance and foster open, transparent conversations.

To address these challenges, it’s essential to approach AI use in the classroom thoughtfully. Establishing transparent policies, redesigning assignments, and creating an environment where students feel comfortable asking questions about AI are all key steps in ensuring that academic integrity is upheld in this new era.

To help navigate this, here are some practical Do's and Don'ts for incorporating AI into your courses while maintaining the integrity of the academic experience

☑️ Dos	✖️ Don'ts
Educate and Communicate Do clearly explain your AI policy to students at the beginning of each course. Do provide examples of acceptable and unacceptable AI use in coursework. Adapt Teaching Methods Do redesign assignments to focus on higher-order thinking skills that AI can't easily replicate. Do incorporate AI literacy into your curriculum, teaching students how to critically evaluate AI-generated content. Promote Transparency Do encourage students to disclose when and how they've used AI tools in their work. Do create a safe environment for students to ask questions about AI use without fear of punishment. Stay Informed Do keep up-to-date with the latest AI developments and their implications for your field. Do participate in professional development opportunities related to AI in education. Collaborate Do work with colleagues to develop consistent approaches to AI across your department or institution. Do engage with your institution's academic integrity office to align your practices with broader policies.	Avoid Blanket Bans Don't implement a zero-tolerance policy on AI use without considering its potential benefits. Don't assume all AI use is cheating; some applications can enhance learning when used appropriately. Don't Ignore the Issue Don't pretend AI tools don't exist or hope students won't use them. Don't leave your AI policy ambiguous or open to interpretation. Avoid Overreliance on Detection Tools Don't rely solely on AI detection applications (e.g., TurnitIn), as these tools can be unreliable and may lead to false accusations. Don't accuse students of AI use without substantial evidence and a fair process. Don't Penalize Without Education Don't punish students for AI misuse without first ensuring they understand the rules and expectations. Don't assume students inherently know how to use AI tools ethically in academic contexts. Avoid Inflexibility Don't stick rigidly to old assessment methods if they're easily compromised by AI. Don't resist all changes brought by AI; some may offer valuable opportunities for enhancing education.

☑️ Dos

✖️ Don'ts

1. Educate and Communicate
- Do clearly explain your AI policy to students at the beginning of each course.
- Do provide examples of acceptable and unacceptable AI use in coursework.
1. Adapt Teaching Methods
- Do redesign assignments to focus on higher-order thinking skills that AI can't easily replicate.
- Do incorporate AI literacy into your curriculum, teaching students how to critically evaluate AI-generated content.
1. Promote Transparency
- Do encourage students to disclose when and how they've used AI tools in their work.
- Do create a safe environment for students to ask questions about AI use without fear of punishment.
1. Stay Informed
- Do keep up-to-date with the latest AI developments and their implications for your field.
- Do participate in professional development opportunities related to AI in education.
1. Collaborate
- Do work with colleagues to develop consistent approaches to AI across your department or institution.
- Do engage with your institution's academic integrity office to align your practices with broader policies.

1. Avoid Blanket Bans
- Don't implement a zero-tolerance policy on AI use without considering its potential benefits.
- Don't assume all AI use is cheating; some applications can enhance learning when used appropriately.
1. Don't Ignore the Issue
- Don't pretend AI tools don't exist or hope students won't use them.
- Don't leave your AI policy ambiguous or open to interpretation.
1. Avoid Overreliance on Detection Tools
- Don't rely solely on AI detection applications (e.g., TurnitIn), as these tools can be unreliable and may lead to false accusations.
- Don't accuse students of AI use without substantial evidence and a fair process.
1. Don't Penalize Without Education
- Don't punish students for AI misuse without first ensuring they understand the rules and expectations.
- Don't assume students inherently know how to use AI tools ethically in academic contexts.
1. Avoid Inflexibility
- Don't stick rigidly to old assessment methods if they're easily compromised by AI.
- Don't resist all changes brought by AI; some may offer valuable opportunities for enhancing education.