When should I use AI?
Before using any AI for your learning, and consider the following: STOP
Am I allowed to use AI in class?
What does my subject guide say?
I can use AI if
My lecturer allows it and it’s explained in the subject guide
AI will enhance my learning experience
I can identify the appropriate AI tool or platform for this purpose
I fully understand and follow the “PROMPT’ and ‘EDIT’ guidelines
I know how to reference the AI output
I am willing to show the prompt that I used to generate my output
I can validate the AI output with established knowledge
I should NOT use AI if
My lecturer does not allow its use for this class
I want AI to write an assignment for me
I am not yet comfortable writing effective prompts using the ‘PROMPTS’ and ‘EDIT’ guidelines
I do not yet know how to reference the AI output
I have not read CPUT’s Plagiarism Policy
I cannot identify misinformation and fabricated AI output
I am not prepared to show the prompts I used