capture the varied needs of the learning community. For this reason, KYSU Online has developed a manifold policy that allows SMEs and online faculty to apply it differently in classes and on assignments. SMEs and online faculty also reserve the right to customize the standard language to meet more specific use cases in their courses. Therefore, the language in this policy is a starting point.
Despite this flexibility, the syllabus and/or the assignment instructions in each online course must include a statement on the acceptable use of AI tools. The statement serves as a notice to students that they must approach each assignment with an awareness of how they can engage with AI tools. The posted statements will require further clarification from online faculty with reference to individual assignments and as new tools become available. In online courses, the Subject Matter Expert will specify how this applies to each assignment. Instructors should consult with the Subject Matter Expert about applying the policy to assignments differently than what is noted in the syllabus or in the assignment instructions.
Each assignment in this course is governed by the guidelines for artificial intelligence (AI) tools. There may be different guidelines for different assignments in this course. Each assignment typically will fall into one of these categories:
Students should consult the course schedule and the assignment instructions for details about the acceptable use of AI on each assignment. Students are responsible for any errors that the use of AI may introduce into their work. LibGuides provide general guidance for citing the use of AI tools (here is an example); see also the MLA Style Center page and other style guide pages. For course-specific citation requirements, students should contact their online instructor.
Full & Documented Use: students may use AI tools for this assignment apart from restrictions. Students must include appropriate acknowledgments and documentation according to their instructors' requirements.