Frequently Asked Questions
Can I allow students to use AI in my course?
Yes, but expectations should be clear. Faculty should explain when AI use is allowed, limited, or prohibited, and should align those expectations with course goals, assignment design, and university guidance.
Do I need an AI statement in my syllabus?
Yes, faculty should provide clear course-level guidance. The Biggio Center offers sample syllabus language that instructors can adapt based on their desired level of AI use.
How should I handle academic integrity concerns?
Start by designing assignments that make expectations visible and learning harder to outsource. AI detection tools are imperfect, so clear guidance, process-based assignments, reflection, citation expectations, and authentic assessment are often more useful than relying only on detection.
Can the Biggio Center help my department with AI professional development?
Yes. The Biggio Center can support workshops, consultations, course redesign conversations, and resource development for departments, programs, and academic units.
Is Teaching with AI only for faculty?
The course is especially designed for higher education faculty, graduate students, and professional staff, but the concepts are useful for anyone supporting teaching and learning.
Are there resources for K–12 educators?
Yes. The Biggio Center offers AI learning opportunities for K–12 educators, including resources focused on transformative learning and classroom application.
Where should students go for AI guidance?
Students should first review course-specific expectations from their instructors. They can also use Auburn’s AI-enhanced learning resources to better understand responsible and effective AI use.