University of Rhode Island

URI Recommended Syllabus Statements (3 options) AI Use Not Permitted In this class, it is essential that all submitted work reflects your own understanding and skills. The use of AI tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, or similar technologies is not permitted. This ensures that your submitted work genuinely represents your personal knowledge and capabilities. Any use of AI tools on submitted work in this course will be considered a violation of the university’s Academic Requirements in the University Manual (see 8.27.10 - 8.27.22). AI Use Optional For certain assignments, you can choose to utilize AI tools to assist you. When you do, it is crucial to clearly document which tool you used, the prompts or questions you provided, and how you used the AI-generated output. This is similar to collaborating with a peer, where it's important to communicate each contribution to the project. However, you must also critically review and refine the AI’s output to Page 9 of 12 ensure the final work accurately reflects your own understanding and meets the academic standards expected by the university. Failure to properly document or cite use of AI will be considered a violation of the university’s Academic Requirements in the University Manual (see 8.27.10 - 8.27.22). AI Use Required In parts of this course, you will be asked by your instructor to use AI tools as a resource to enhance your learning experience. You can use these tools to explore ideas, draft projects, and get feedback. It’s important to acknowledge your use of AI by mentioning the tool, your prompts, and any edits you made based on its suggestions. Think of AI like a creative partner that can offer new perspectives, while you remain the one responsible for ensuring the originality and quality of your work.

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These quick tips apply to all users. They will help you use AI tools effectively while protecting privacy and supporting URI’s academic and ethical standards. Be Specific: Clear prompts produce more helpful results. Include your role, task, and goal. Check Accuracy: Always verify facts and sources. AI may give incorrect or biased information. Work Iteratively: Use AI like a collaborator. Ask for drafts, options, or revisions, and then apply your judgment. Protect Privacy: Do not enter student data, passwords, or confidential university content. Cite If Needed: If AI contributes to your work, follow citation or attribution guidelines provided by your instructor or department. Need help getting started with AI? Visit the Generative AI at URI page, review the Ethical Use of AI Guidelines, or talk to your instructor, supervisor, or IT support team.

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Academic Honesty Procedures Under the direction of Faculty Senate and guidelines outlined in the University Manual, the Dean of Students Office and the University Student Conduct System are charged with monitoring, tracking, and enforcing Academic Honesty policies. Students have the right to a Conduct Advisor during Academic Honesty proceedings. The following process applies when there is an allegation of academic dishonesty. Notification of Academic Honesty Violations Faculty and instructors are required to notify the student of Academic Honesty allegations. Faculty and instructors must also send formal written notice to the instructor’s College Dean, the student’s College Dean, and the Dean of Students Office. The Associate Dean of Students, Community Standards or designee notifies the student in writing of the Academic Honesty violation.

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Sanctions and Appeals for Academic Honesty Violations Academic Sanctions The instructor has three following options when sanctioning a student who has been found responsible for violating the University’s or faculty’s Academic Honesty standards. a) The Faculty may fail the student for the assignment b) The Faculty may fail the student for the course, with authorization from the instructor’s College Dean; and/or c) The Faculty may request formal Student Conduct action. This request may be made in lieu of or in addition to a grade adjustment. review student handbook Conduct Sanctions If it is a first offense and no formal conduct action is requested, students are sent a formal and official warning letter. Repeat infractions require conduct action is initiated against the student. Conduct action on an allegation of academic dishonesty may be requested by the instructor’s College Dean or by the instructor with a statement from the instructor’s College Dean. Appeals of formal conduct action will be followed in accordance with the Student Handbook appeals process.

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8.27.17 Instructors shall have the explicit duty to take action in known cases of cheating or plagiarism. The instructor shall have the right to fail a student on the assignment on which the instructor has determined that a student has cheated or plagiarized. The circumstances of this failure shall be reported to the student’s academic dean, the instructor’s dean, and the Dean of Students Office. The student may appeal the matter to the instructor’s dean, and the decision by the dean shall be expeditious and final. #09-10–12 #October 20, 2022 Informational Report #25-26-CBUM-03 8.27.18 If the violation warrants more severe censure, the instructor may recommend additional action to the instructor’s dean. Upon this recommendation the dean may authorize the instructor to fail the student in the course. The student or instructor may appeal the dean’s decision to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs whose decision on the appeal shall be final. 8.27.19 Either the instructor, the instructor’s dean or the student’s dean may request conduct action (see 9.21.10 9.23.31) on an allegation against a student for cheating or plagiarism. Any of the conduct sanctions listed in sections 9.22.10 – 9.22.18 may be imposed after a finding of guilty. If the request comes from an instructor it shall be accompanied by a statement of position from the instructor’s dean (see 9.20.10 and 9.21.10). #January 27, 2022 Informational Report 8.27.20 Students accused of academic dishonesty within the drop period may be denied the opportunity to drop the course. This requires permission from the instructor’s dean. If the accusation is not upheld in an appeal, the student will be given the same options available before the end of the drop period without penalty. #04-05–32 8.27.21 Any record of scholastic integrity infractions where actions have been taken (i.e., assignment of an “F” on an assignment and notification of the student’s dean, dean’s authorization to assign an “F” for the course, referral to the University Board on Student Conduct) will be forwarded to the Dean of Students Office. A cumulative file will be maintained in that office. The Dean of Students shall notify the student’s dean of subsequent infractions and may initiate conduct action against the student. #04-05–32 #October 20, 2022 Informational Report 8.27.22. All course content (including but not limited to syllabi, outlines, presentation slides, lectures, lesson plans, class activities, exams, and assignments) created or facilitated by instructors shall be considered the instructors’ intellectual property. Course content shall not be recorded, distributed, shared in any public domain or third party website, or sold without prior written consent of the instructor. #15-16-30, #20-21-42

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Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat is a generative artificial intelligence (AI) service from Microsoft that helps you ask questions, summarize information, draft and revise content, analyze uploaded files, and brainstorm ideas. Copilot Chat is available to URI faculty, staff, and students through URI’s Microsoft 365 environment. While this provides access to a useful set of AI prompting capabilities, please note that more advanced features of Microsoft Copilot, such as integration across Microsoft tools like Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, are not available at this time. Executive Lead Robert Viens Technical Lead Mark Oliver moliver@uri.edu Support Team ITS Community Services Tier 2 Support About the Service: Features AI assistance: Ask questions and get conversational responses to help you research, learn, and work through ideas. Writing and summarization: Draft, rewrite, summarize, and refine content. File analysis: Upload supported files to summarize information, ask questions about their contents, or identify key points. Web information: Use information from the public web to support research and other tasks. Microsoft 365 access: Use Copilot Chat through supported Microsoft 365 experiences available with your URI account. Access Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat is available to URI faculty, staff, and students. Sign in to Microsoft 365 Copilot with your URI Microsoft 365 account to get started.

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Please note that this is preliminary guidance. URI Data Classification Schema and Guidelines Details the classification and management of data, including restricted and sensitive information, relevant to AI practices. Guidelines for the Secure and Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence Provides comprehensive guidance on AI transparency, accountability, and compliance with accessibility, privacy, and intellectual property standards​. Guidelines and Standards To ensure the secure and ethical use of AI, URI enforces the following standards: Data Security and Privacy: Follow URI’s Data Classification Guidelines to avoid exposing restricted or sensitive information. Accessibility: Ensure all AI tools comply with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Prohibited Data Use: Avoid inputting private or restricted data, such as Personally Identifiable Information (PII) or patient records, into public AI tools like ChatGPT. Data Handling Awareness: Be cautious when using AI platforms, as data entered may be transmitted to third-party servers. Disabling Data Logging: Where possible, disable history and logging features to prevent information from being stored or used for AI training without consent. Intellectual Property Compliance: Respect copyrights and ensure proper protections when using AI systems. Do not input confidential data or licensed library content (e.g., online journals, e-books, and databases) into AI tools unless permitted by licensing agreements and institutional policies. Education and Training URI provides ongoing opportunities to learn about secure and ethical AI practices: Workshops and Seminars: Attend sessions on responsible AI use tailored for faculty, staff, and students. Training Materials: Access documents and guidelines like the AI Use Guidelines to deepen understanding. Accessibility Resources: Learn how to make AI tools and outputs more inclusive through URI’s accessibility programs. Understanding AI Functionality: Before using any AI platform, take the time to understand how it works, what data it collects, and how it handles that data. Awareness of these factors helps ensure responsible and secure use of AI tools. Additional Guidelines Educators: Incorporate URI’s guidelines into course design, clearly communicate acceptable AI use to students, and disclose when AI was used to create course materials​. Students: Follow instructors’ AI policies, properly attribute AI-generated content, and avoid using AI in ways that breach URI’s Student Code of Conduct​. Researchers: Consult with your department and comply with regulations when using AI tools in research, particularly for handling sensitive or proprietary data​.

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