When is it okay to use AI in my classes?


When is it okay to use AI in my classes?

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Think About It

Artificial Intelligence, or AI, is an innovative tool that can help us do lots of cool things. It can look through  information quickly, help us come up with new ideas, help make us more creative, and help improve our problem-solving skills. As we explore what AI can help us do, it's important to use it in a way that keeps our work original and true to who we are.

Here are some simple tips to help you use AI smartly and keep your work your own:

  • Remember, AI is here to help, not take over. Use it to make your ideas better and your work easier, but make sure your projects still sound like you.
  • If you're not sure whether it's okay to use AI for schoolwork, just ask your teacher before you hand it in. It's always better to check first.

Using AI can be really exciting and help us learn in new ways. But even with AI, your ideas and your voice are the most important. Let AI be a tool that helps you shine even brighter.

Explore It

Click through the presentation below to explore appropriate times to use AI in your classes.

Consequences of Using AI Improperly

Uh-oh, you've plagiarized with AI on an assignment: what now? Let's review what the Mizzou Academy Student Handbook has to say about it:

Merriam Webster’s Learner’s Dictionary defines plagiarism as "the act of using another person's words or ideas without giving credit to that person." This includes types of plagiarism and using artificial intelligence to generate writing that is not original to you.

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