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This guide offers resources to learn about and navigate the increasingly complicated landscape of Generative AI in higher education. Most tabs provide a short summary of a concept, with a tab dedicated to additional resources with curated links that will provide additional information and food for thought. A subset of tabs provide information on generative AI tools and how they can best be used in an academic setting.
It should be noted that this field and it's uses within higher education and research are evolving at an alarming rate. The CWC Library strives to keep our resource guides current and regularly updated, however, given the nature of this emerging technology and rapid pace at which it advances, the information contained in this guide may become outdated at times.
We suggest that you go through each of the tabs to learn more about Generative AI, it's functionality, the ethics of using GenAI, tools for research, and more.
At CWC, beginning in Fall 2025 all syllabi will have a statement regarding individual course usage of AI. Professors have chosen from one of the statements below. When in doubt about how and when to use generative AI for assignments or publications, it is best to check with your professor and the syllabus associated with the course in question.
Approved AI Syllabi Statement Document
No AI Usage Statement:
Artificial intelligence (AI) tools, including but not limited to chatbots, text generators, or content analysis software, are strictly prohibited from completing assignments, exams, or any other coursework in this class. To ensure compliance, AI detection software will be employed to review submissions. Any violation of this policy will result in academic consequences, determined at the instructor’s discretion, which may include a failing grade on the assignment or further disciplinary action outlined in the college’s academic integrity policies. The student cannot use AI at any stage of the assignment process. Assistive programs, such as Grammarly, are not allowed.
Partial Usage:
Artificial intelligence (AI) tools in this course are permitted only for specific, ethical purposes. Instructors will explain and demonstrate how they understand ethical AI usage within the context of their course. Students may utilize AI for revision assistance (e.g., grammar or punctuation checks), generating research topics, coding, or aiding in understanding mathematical functions. Citations are necessary if AI is used. However, AI tools may not be used for creating, writing, or rewriting assignments, exams, or any other coursework. AI detection software will review submissions to ensure adherence to these guidelines. Unauthorized use of AI beyond the permitted scope will result in academic consequences, determined at the instructor’s discretion, in accordance with the college’s academic integrity policies.
Concluding Statement:
Be aware that other classes may have different policies, and some may forbid AI use altogether.
Fully Allowed:
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools is permitted in this course for ethical and constructive purposes. Students may employ AI to create content, rewrite drafts, revise work, assist with punctuation and grammar, generate research topics, and enhance their understanding of mathematical functions. However, all AI-generated or AI-assisted work must be original to the student, properly cited, and reflect their own intellectual effort. To monitor compliance, AI detection software will be utilized to review submissions. Misuse of AI tools or failure to adhere to these guidelines will result in academic consequences, determined at the instructor’s discretion, in line with the college’s academic integrity policies.
Concluding Statement:
Be aware that other classes may have different policies, and some may forbid AI use altogether.