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AI at ULethbridge

ULethbridge Policies/Guidelines for AI 

 

Policy Notebook

University Policy Addressing AI in Courses

The main policy guiding the use of AI gives academic staff a lot of flexibility to decide on AI use in their course. The student code of conduct policy details all students' rights and responsibilities as well as guidance for staff:

Section 5.2.1.10 addresses policy 'Regarding the Use of Tools and Technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI):

  • 5.2.1.10.1. Instructors or Supervisory Committees shall clearly set out expectations and may choose to permit, limit, or ban the use of tools such as AI in research, assignments, and assessments in a program or Course.
     
  • 5.2.1.10.2. Students shall consult with their Instructors or supervisory committee on the appropriate use of AI tools and technologies. 
     
  • 5.2.1.10.3. Contravening the instructions provided by an Instructor or Supervisory Committee regarding the use of AI tools is an Academic Offence. 

Appendix A2. Reporting and discipline procedures- Academic Offences adds specific guidance regarding AI:

  • A2.2.1.3.Use of AI detection tools shall not be used as a primary or sole basis for  allegations of Academic Offences. 

Be clear with students about AI use expectations in your course. Include if, how, and when they can use AI, along with your rationale. Repeat these expectations in multiple places, including course outline, course Moodle page, and assessments. This helps students learn and grow in their appropriate use of AI. It also sets the foundation for any necessary follow through under the student code of conduct policy if their conduct is counter to your instruction and, as a result, adversely affects the integrity of the University community.

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General AI Guidance at ULethbridge

The University of Lethbridge supports Copilot Chat and Gemini as approved institutional GenAI tools.

AI on the Hub - General guidance from ULethbridge (Staff Sharepoint site - login required)

"This website brings together information to help the University of Lethbridge community make informed decisions about AI. Information Technology Services (ITS) provides practical guidance, university resources, and key considerations surrounding privacy, security, academic integrity, and ethical use. As AI technologies and institutional standards continue to evolve, these resources will be updated accordingly."

Library Resources
Resources targeted at students including:

  • AI Basics
  • Generative AI Tools
  • Effective AI Prompting
  • Assessing Generative AI Effectiveness
  • Acknowledging and Citing Generative AI

Research Resources
Research resources from the Library including publisher specific information, citation information and FAQ's.

AI Literacy Course for Students
This course introduces the opportunities, limitations, and responsible use of GenAI in academic and professional contexts.