Antioch New England Graduate School AI Policy

This policy aims to provide guidance for appropriate and ethical use of AI in academic work within our graduate program.

○ Originality and Authorship: AI should be seen as a tool to aid in the generation of ideas and the acceleration of processes, not a source of content to be directly copied. All work submitted should be original and the direct result of the student's thinking, research, and writing efforts.

○ Maintain Academic Integrity: While AI can assist in generating content, students must still do their own work. This means synthesizing information, developing their own arguments, and writing their own prose. Directly copying and pasting content generated by AI into academic work without attribution is considered plagiarism.

Non-compliance with these guidelines could result in consequences as outlined in the program's academic integrity policy, which may include academic sanctions, up to and including dismissal from the program.

● Empowering Students with Knowledge: AI can serve as a powerful learning aid, supplementing traditional teaching methods and providing personalized learning experiences. It can help students assimilate complex concepts more effectively and allow them to explore areas of interest in greater depth.

○ Awareness and Understanding: Before utilizing any AI tool, students should understand the capabilities and limitations of the technology, how it works, and the source of its information. This includes understanding that AI technology, at its current state, may generate false or misleading information.

○ Citation of AI: While the AI itself is not an author, it is a tool that can assist in the process of knowledge creation. If a student uses AI to assist with their work, it should be acknowledged.

Here is an example of how a student might appropriately cite the use of an AI tool like ChatGPT:

In the formulation of my research hypothesis, I utilized OpenAI's language model, ChatGPT, as a brainstorming tool to generate ideas. The final research hypothesis was developed independently, based on my critical evaluation and synthesis of the AI-generated ideas and my own research.

○ AI-Generated References: It is crucial to note that many AI platforms, while highly advanced, have been found to suggest or generate fake references. Always independently verify any sources or references suggested by AI tools. Never rely solely on these AI-generated references to substantiate your work

■ Independent Research: AI tools should not replace traditional methods of research. Students are encouraged to use library resources, academic databases, and other reputable sources for research.

● Advancing Social Justice: AI can assist in identifying and analyzing patterns in social data, which can provide critical insights into areas of social inequality and injustice. This knowledge can be used to inform and drive research aimed at social justice.

AI can help students understand and address complex economic and environmental issues. It can be used to analyze economic trends and understand the impact of human activities on the environment, all of which are essential skills for future leaders in economic and environmental justice.

○ Responsible AI Use: Students must employ AI tools in a manner consistent with academic integrity, fairness, privacy, and other applicable laws, regulations, and institutional policies.

As part of our commitment to promoting the highest standards of academic integrity, the Antioch University MA in Couple and Family Therapy Program has established this policy to provide guidance on the appropriate use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in academic work. As AI technologies continue to evolve, it is crucial that our students understand how to use these tools ethically and responsibly, ensuring they do not inadvertently engage in plagiarism or other forms of academic misconduct.

○ Responsible AI Use: Students must employ AI tools in a manner consistent with academic integrity, fairness, privacy, and other applicable laws, regulations, and institutional policies.

■ Critical Evaluation of AI-Generated References: Any source or reference suggested by an AI tool should be verified for accuracy and reliability. This verification should include checking the source's author, date of publication, and the credibility of the publishing outlet.

○ Citation of AI: While the AI itself is not an author, it is a tool that can assist in the process of knowledge creation. If a student uses AI to assist with their work, it should be acknowledged.

Here is an example of how a student might appropriately cite the use of an AI tool like ChatGPT:

In the formulation of my research hypothesis, I utilized OpenAI's language model, ChatGPT, as a brainstorming tool to generate ideas. The final research hypothesis was developed independently, based on my critical evaluation and synthesis of the AI-generated ideas and my own research.

Directly copying and pasting content generated by AI into academic work without attribution is considered plagiarism.

Students found to have plagiarized or engaged in other acts of academic dishonesty will receive a "no credit" for the course and may be subject to other disciplinary sanctions through regular academic department and institutional procedures for misconduct, including probation or disenrollment.

Non-compliance with these guidelines could result in consequences as outlined in the program's academic integrity policy, which may include academic sanctions, up to and including dismissal from the program.

Violations of the policy shall be grounds for disciplinary action, including possible suspension or expulsion from university programs.

Faculty will advise the acceptable use of AI for their assignments in their specific courses, taking into consideration ethical and academic standards and program requirements.

○ Responsible AI Use: Students must employ AI tools in a manner consistent with academic integrity, fairness, privacy, and other applicable laws, regulations, and institutional policies.

The policy applies to all users of electronic resources owned, managed, or contracted by AU, including, but not limited to, AU faculty and visiting faculty, staff, students, external persons or organizations, and individuals accessing external network services, such as the Internet and Intranet. Your use of AU-provided electronic resources is therefore contingent upon your acceptance and acknowledgment of the policy on an annual basis.

Antioch University Artificial Intelligence (AI) Taskforce has drafted the AU Institutional AI Policy that establishes Antioch University’s commitment to the ethical, responsible, and non-discriminatory use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) across governance, operations, pedagogy, and academic integrity. It aims to harness AI’s potential while upholding Antiohc’s values of equity, transparency, and academic excellence.