Dalhousie University

Generative AI in Teaching and Learning Generative AI will impact our courses in many ways – and in ways we cannot yet predict. This means that the most effective approach to teaching with/around/against/about it, is to start with CLEAR COMMUNICATION with your students. Consider adding clear statements Consider having students disclose about what is acceptable and what their use of generative AI tools (e.g., isn’t to your course syllabus - be ChatGPT). Students can include a link specific. Remember, students will be directly to their question thread, taking several courses and what is describe their use of the AI, cite the acceptable in one course may not be in tool, etc. another. Clarity and specificity is key. Be explicit about what you Beyond syllabus, add explicit and consider a student’s unique work. If transparent instructions about AI all ideas must be their own and not use for individual assessments. influenced by AI tools, explain that expectation.

Collected: 2026-10-08 · 1–27
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d. If the allegation appears to be a first offense, and in all cases of 2 or more students facing a common allegation, inform the student(s) in writing of the nature of the allegation, the instructor’s statement, the evidence, the procedures to be followed, the possible penalties, and possible sources of advice and support (will be a standard document); e. Convene a meeting with the student(s), the student(s)’s advisor, if any, and the instructor within 5 working days upon receipt of the allegation by the student, which time may be extended at the request of the student, instructor, or Academic Integrity Officer, in appropriate circumstances. f. If the meeting does not take place within the time set out above, the Academic Integrity Officer has the discretion to convene another meeting with the student(s), the student(s)’s advisor, if any, and the instructor. The Academic Integrity Officer also has the discretion to convene additional meetings as may be reasonably required. In the event an initial meeting does not occur within a reasonable time after a prima facie case is established, the Academic Integrity Officer shall refer the allegation to the Senate Discipline Committee.

Collected: 2026-10-08 · 111–126
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15. Should a student request that an allegation be referred back to the Academic Integrity Officer after it has been forwarded to the Senate Discipline Committee, the Academic Integrity Officer has the discretion to grant such a request. A student’s request shall be in writing, and delivered to the Vice-Chair (Student Affairs) within 5 working days of the date the allegation letter is sent to the student by the Vice-Chair (Student Affairs). 16. Prior to a hearing by the Senate Discipline Committee of an allegation against a student, the Academic Integrity Officer shall provide a written allegation to the Senate office identifying the evidence initially presented by the instructor pursuant to paragraph 6 and any additional evidence obtained by the instructor in the course of the assessment of the matter. The written allegation shall not include reference to whether or not any meeting(s) did occur pursuant to paragraph 8d or 8e, any statements that may have been made by the student at such meeting(s), or any alternate versions of the facts and circumstances that may have been presented by one or more students at such meeting(s). The student shall have the opportunity to provide a written submission in response prior to the hearing by the Senate Discipline Committee. Notwithstanding the foregoing, in the event of a statement made by a student at a hearing of the Senate Discipline Committee that is inconsistent with a statement previously made by that student in the meeting(s) with the Academic Integrity Officer, then the Academic Integrity Officer may refer to statements that may have been made by the student at such meeting(s).

Collected: 2026-10-08 · 209–228
SHA-256: 91720f08a9daadf0ceb7189f66222a3f22e869e15c2b58ec25b4b248dd45ad17

A confidential and impartial resource for students The Ombudsperson Office is available to all Dalhousie students for free, confidential, impartial, and independent support to help resolve any university-related concerns. It does not advocate for individual students/groups, or the university involved in a disagreement. The office works with students, faculty, and staff to ensure just, fair, and equitable treatment of every student, and to support the reasonable resolution of complaints rather than assign blame to one party. Types of issues the Ombudsperson deals with Student and supervisor/instructor/professor relationships Abuse of power, bullying, or unfair treatment Advice about which rules, policies, or procedures applicable to your situation Concern that a particular rule or policy has been applied unfairly Facilitate communication between you and a university administrator, or other students What the Ombudsperson does Provides general resource information and makes appropriate referrals Identifies and explains relevant university processes and policies Works with students to explore and strategize options for problem-solving Empowers students to deal directly and effectively with their concerns Facilitates discussions and makes inquiries for clarification to seek resolution Gives sound and practical advice Listens to your complaint or concern and provides an objective perspective What the Ombudsperson does not do Act as an advocate; an Ombudsperson must remain impartial Provide counselling or legal advice Decide who is right or wrong Replace existing resources or channels for resolution Intervene where a formal process (appeal, grievance, legal proceeding) has been commenced or overturn/influence decisions Change decisions, policies, or regulations; an Ombudsperson can only make recommendations Receive complaints, intervene, or assist in matters unrelated to the university When to contact the Ombudsperson You are not sure where to go or how to get your concern or problem addressed You are in an appeal process and need help understanding the process You have a conflict or problem and need help resolving You believe you have been treated unfairly You need clarification on your rights and responsibilities as a student First steps to resolving your issue If you've been accused of violating academic integrity Review and understand the process and procedures for situations of academic integrity. For advocacy support and help navigating the process, connect with the Dalhousie Student Advocacy Service (DSAS).

Collected: 2026-10-08 · 271–305
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Dalhousie Student Advocacy Service (DSAS) can support you at any stage throughout your academic experience and attend meetings with you.

Collected: 2026-10-08 · 318–318
SHA-256: eedbd137a752c8482866af90ec2fad7ac676a028f34c78835ab99027674168d1

Current Academic Integrity Policy already Be clear with your covers the use of Generative AI as it states that students Current ‘detection tools’ students about the use must be responsible that claim to identify of generative AI in your learners, which means that: whether a piece of work class and assessments - was generated by explain how you define ● Students complete artificial intelligence are “their own words and assignments on their own. NOT RELIABLE and are ideas” and how AI tools ● Students must not recommended. fit into that framework. acknowledge any sources of information or ideas when they are not their own.

Collected: 2026-10-08 · 32–49
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