University of Stirling AI Policy

o Submit for assessment only work that they produced themselves and which duly acknowledges ideas, words and works of others that were used in the production of their own work.

o Use artificial intelligence tools, such as ChatGPT, ethically and within the guidelines issued by the University and in connection with specific assessments.

20.1.2. Inappropriate use of artificial intelligence tools

Using artificial intelligence tools effectively is an important skill for students to learn. However, inappropriate use of artificial intelligence tools in preparing assessments breaches some or all of the six fundamental academic values set out in paragraph 14. Examples are:

• Submission of any form of assessment, which the student has not individually created or written, as the content wholly or substantially originates from output of an artificial intelligence tool.

• When a student uses an artificial tool in breach of the Proofreading Policy.

• Where an artificial intelligence tool has been used in a manner contrary to the instructions of the particular assessment.

• When part of an assessment originates from an artificial tool without appropriate acknowledgement.

Each module will provide you with specific guidance on how AI may be used to assist your study and how it may/or may not be used in module assessments [subject areas may wish to make general guidance here on study if it is consistent across modules, in other areas specific information will be required, module by module]. As each module tests different skills and competencies, the guidance and ability to use AI may vary from module to module.

Coursework and open book assignments

For assignments on this module, the ethical and intentional use of Generative Artificial Intelligence Tools (AI) is permitted (with the exception of the use of AI for the specific purpose of [ e.g. translation], which is not permitted as this assignment tests your ability to …), [delete/amend as required].

Whenever AI tools are used you should:

• Cite as a source, any AI tool used in completing your assignment. The library referencing guide should be followed.

• Acknowledge how you have used AI in your work.

Using AI without citation or against assessment guidelines falls within the definition of plagiarism or cheating, depending on the circumstances, under the current Academic Integrity Policy, and will be treated accordingly.

6. Assessment

Coursework, examination (remote or in-person, wherever taken), oral, skills assessment or class test that is considered and/or marked by academic staff as part of the learning and teaching of a module/programme.

o Not discuss test/examination questions with anyone else while the test/examination is taking place unless specifically permitted in the test/examination.

20.1.2. Inappropriate use of artificial intelligence tools

Using artificial intelligence tools effectively is an important skill for students to learn. However, inappropriate use of artificial intelligence tools in preparing assessments breaches some or all of the six fundamental academic values set out in paragraph 14. Examples are:

• Where an artificial intelligence tool has been used in a manner contrary to the instructions of the particular assessment.

Closed book Examinations

The use of Generative Artificial Intelligence Tools (AI) is not permitted in an examination.

In this programme, we will encourage and teach you to use AI in an effective, critical and ethical way, to enhance your learning and skills. Each module will provide you with specific guidance on how AI may be used to assist your study and how it may/or may not be used in module assessments [subject areas may wish to make general guidance here on study if it is consistent across modules, in other areas specific information will be required, module by module].

We understand that AI may be used in the development of your proposal, for example to find material on a topic that you will then consider and explore in more depth. This may include learning to support your expression and use of the English language.

While AI may be used to support the development of your research proposal, it must not be used to create the assessed product which should be your own work.

We understand that AI may be used in the development of your proposal, for example to find material on a topic that you will then consider and explore in more depth. This may include learning to support your expression and use of the English language.

If you use AI in the process of producing your research proposal, for example to create an outline, you should acknowledge this.

If you use information gathered from an AI source, such as ChatGPT or Bing, or quote material sourced in this way, you should cite this using normal referencing conventions, for example, OpenAI ChatGPT (2023) ChatGPT response to A.N. Other, 25 January.

While AI may be used to support the development of your research proposal, it must not be used to create the assessed product which should be your own work.

The University of Stirling is committed to the highest possible ethical standards. We promote a culture of best practice and integrity in all our research through the core values of honesty, rigour, open communication, care, and respect. To safeguard the interests of researchers, participants and funding bodies, research within the University only proceeds after strict scrutiny by one of our three internal Research Ethics Panels.

Introduction to Research Integrity is an online self-paced four-module course which offers a strong foundation in research integrity principles and practical guidance on applying them in everyday research practice. Content includes topics on research ethics, conflicts of interest, data management, authorship, and AI.

o Secure the required ethical approval before undertaking research for dissertations and theses.

Whenever you use AI in assignments remember to cite it and acknowledge you used it.

Whenever AI tools are used you should:

• Cite as a source, any AI tool used in completing your assignment. The library referencing guide should be followed.

• Acknowledge how you have used AI in your work.

Using AI without citation or against assessment guidelines falls within the definition of plagiarism or cheating, depending on the circumstances, under the current Academic Integrity Policy, and will be treated accordingly. Making false or misleading statements as to the extent, and how AI was used, is also an example of “dishonest practice” under the policy.

The following template should be completed and attached to the front of your work:

Use of AI generated content

I acknowledge that :

1. No content knowingly generated by AI technology has been presented as my own work in this submission; or

2. I used <insert AI tool(s)/link/date of access> to generate materials used for background research and self-study in the drafting of this submission;

3. I used <insert AI tool(s)/link/date of access> to generate materials that are included within my submission. (delete as required).

Use this section to describe or “show your workings”. You should briefly describe how you generated each piece of information or material (including the prompts used) using AI, what the output was and how you changed the output to reach your final submission.

If you use AI in the process of producing your research proposal, for example to create an outline, you should acknowledge this.

If you use information gathered from an AI source, such as ChatGPT or Bing, or quote material sourced in this way, you should cite this using normal referencing conventions, for example, OpenAI ChatGPT (2023) ChatGPT response to A.N. Other, 25 January.

Final copies of all text-based assessments and PGR progress reports must be submitted electronically through tools specified by the University, by the due date. The University makes use of similarity checking software to check originality. The University protocol is that assessments will be checked for originality after they have been marked. Undergraduate, and postgraduate taught and research students in all years for all modules, are allowed open access to the similarity checking programmes to check the originality of their written work on all text-based assessments prior to final submission. Staff of the University will only use such software and methods of detection of misconduct as approved by the University.

While ultimately academic judgement will be exercised in determining if academic misconduct had indeed taken place, similarity checking software is an important tool in detecting some forms of academic misconduct. This software required to be used consistently and with consistency of interpretation of scores, around the University. In all cases where similarity checking indicates that academic misconduct may have taken place, this procedure should be invoked and followed.

Using AI without citation or against assessment guidelines falls within the definition of plagiarism or cheating, depending on the circumstances, under the current Academic Integrity Policy, and will be treated accordingly. Making false or misleading statements as to the extent, and how AI was used, is also an example of “dishonest practice” under the policy.

20.1.2. Inappropriate use of artificial intelligence tools

Using artificial intelligence tools effectively is an important skill for students to learn. However, inappropriate use of artificial intelligence tools in preparing assessments breaches some or all of the six fundamental academic values set out in paragraph 14.

Academic Staff:

• Should encourage students to explore sources of knowledge and collaborate while explicitly and purposefully:

o Ensuring that all students for whom they provide supervision, or set and/or assess/examine work, are provided with information on what is expected of them in terms of academic integrity and the University’s Academic Integrity Policy, the academic expectations and conventions in their field, and what constitutes good academic practice.

o Designing assessments at module and programme levels in such a manner that makes academic misconduct less likely (e.g. change questions regularly, set realistic assessments in terms of level, load and submission dates, and provide formative assessments and exemplars for students).

In this programme, we will encourage and teach you to use AI in an effective, critical and ethical way, to enhance your learning and skills. Each module will provide you with specific guidance on how AI may be used to assist your study and how it may/or may not be used in module assessments [subject areas may wish to make general guidance here on study if it is consistent across modules, in other areas specific information will be required, module by module].

The AI Assessment Scale is being rolled out across all modules and programmes following a successful trial by the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Faculty of Health Sciences and Sport last year, helping to provide students with a clearer understanding of what level of AI use is acceptable in each assessment exercise. This session will include practical guidance on using the Scale from academic colleagues.

These sessions are bespoke and open to University of Stirling staff and will be led by Instructure on Zoom.

The University:

• Ensures, via the Education Committee and its sub-committees, that its Academic Integrity Policy and associated procedures are robust and effective, and distributed widely to staff and all students, and that steps are taken to support easy access and understanding of the policy and procedures.

Technology, including generative artificial intelligence (AI), is moving at pace.

The AI Assessment Scale is being rolled out across all modules and programmes following a successful trial by the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Faculty of Health Sciences and Sport last year, helping to provide students with a clearer understanding of what level of AI use is acceptable in each assessment exercise.

These sessions are bespoke and open to University of Stirling staff and will be led by Instructure on Zoom. Recordings will be made available for those that cannot attend.