Can I use AI tools for my assignments?
AI technology is developing all the time and there is now a wealth of choice in AI-assisted tools that can help with assessments.
The short answer to the above question is sometimes, because it depends what you are using the tools for.
You may be required to use AI tools as part of an assignment, but if their use is not specified, in order to decide if you are able to use them, you need to be aware of what is appropriate use, and what the issues might be if you do use them, particularly for generative AI (GenAI) tools.
What AI tools are safe to use? (coming soon)
What is generative AI (GenAI)?
Generative artificial intelligence is a creative tool that will form written or visual content. The content is generated when the user gives the tool written prompts.
Popular GenAI include ChatGPT, Google Gemini (formerly Google Bard) and Microsoft Copilot (formerly Bingchat) for written content, and Midjourney and DALL-E for image generation.
Risks of using AI tool for assignments
Appropriate and inappropriate use of AI tools
This guide was adapted with permission from one published by Wintec Library.