Ethical Use of AI in Academia

Brian Doak discusses the ethical use of AI tools in academia, emphasizing the importance of citation and academic integrity. He explores examples of acceptable and unacceptable AI use, highlighting the consequences of academic dishonesty. The video also addresses gray areas in AI tool usage and encourages open communication with professors to ensure compliance with academic standards.

What is the primary concern Brian Doak raises about using AI in academia?

• How to replace professors with AI

• How to ethically use AI without cheating

• How to use AI to improve grades

• How to make AI more accessible to students

Why is citation important in academic work?

• To make papers longer

• To show where ideas fit in the history of ideas

• To confuse readers

• To avoid using AI tools

What is considered a fair use of AI tools in academic settings?

• Copying entire essays from AI

• Using AI for broad-level searches and inspiration

• Using AI to write entire papers

• Ignoring AI tools completely

What is a gray area when using AI tools in academia?

• Using AI to find synonyms

• Using AI to check grammar

• Generating detailed outlines with AI

• Using AI for spell check

What is an example of explicit cheating with AI tools?

• Using AI to check spelling

• Discussing AI tools with professors

• Copying entire paragraphs from AI without citation

• Using AI to brainstorm ideas

What should students do to avoid crossing into cheating when using AI?

• Ignore academic guidelines

• Use AI to write their entire paper

• Be open and transparent about their use of AI

• Avoid using AI tools altogether

What is the potential consequence of cheating in college?

• Getting a higher grade

• Being praised by professors

• Receiving a warning from AI

• Permanent note on academic file and possible suspension

How do professors generally view the use of spell check tools?

• As unnecessary

• As a replacement for learning

• As a legitimate tool

• As a form of cheating

What is the key to using AI tools ethically in academic work?

• Avoiding AI tools completely

• Using AI to do all the work

• Using AI without any guidelines

• Being open about AI usage and citing appropriately

What is the ultimate goal of engaging with academic standards and processes?

• To get a degree without effort

• To become a creative and organized thinker

• To rely solely on AI tools

• To avoid learning