AI Guidelines for Use

Introduction

According to the Harvard Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, the concept of Artificial Intelligence (AI) was being discussed in the 1950s. Ever since, use of AI has been evolving and becoming more commonly used. 

This document is designed to highlight elements of Policy 363.2 - Responsible, Acceptable, and Safe Use of Technology Resources, Rule 361 - Procedures for the Selection, Use and Reconsideration of Classroom Instructional Materials/Resources, and Policy 440.1 Academic Integrity, each of which have been reviewed or updated to include considerations for AI tools.

AI Defined

Generative AI tools are computer programs that use advanced technology to mimic human intelligence, such as understanding and processing language, recognizing images, and making decisions. AI tools come in many forms and types. Reviews of the tool have shown it can provide valuable and accurate answers to various prompts. It can write essays and stories, generate test questions, solve math problems, brainstorm ideas, and write code.

What is AI?

• AI is a tool that can enhance one's practice and assist with instructional needs.
• AI is a tool that can support students in achieving grade level curricular outcomes.
• AI is a Large Language Model (LLM), which generates text based on patterns and probability.
• AI is a tool to generate/brainstorm ideas.
• AI is a tool used to autocorrect spelling, compose emails, and correct grammar.

What AI is Not

• AI is not a curriculum.
• AI is not a replacement for human interaction or explicit instruction.
• AI is not fact-checked, emotionally intelligent, and is not without bias.
• AI is not meant to complete writing tasks but rather it offers suggestions.

AI Tools & Opportunities for Use

There are many AI tools available. Currently, the district supports instructional use of Brisk, Canva, Microsoft's CoPilot, Gemini and NotebookLM. These tools have been vetted and align with the district's data privacy practices for their commitment to protect personal and district data. Other tools, while widely available, do not offer the same protections to privacy and the integrity of our systems. Additional recommendations can be made through the supplemental resource process. 

Using the tools above, users may find it beneficial to use AI to generate/brainstorm ideas, give feedback, inspect writing, and change the reading level of text. Thoughtful use of AI must occur to ensure privacy and confidentiality of district, staff, and student information.

Topic	Key Points
Privacy & Security	Personally Identifiable Information (PII) of oneself or others, such as names, addresses, etc, should not be entered into AI tools. Accessing approved district resources with a GBAPS account. Adhere to FERPA and COPPA regulations.
Confidentiality & Responsible Use	All Users Only put information into an AI tool if you would be comfortable sharing it with the public. Student Users Cite AI when it is used to contribute to original work. Staff Users  Only share anonymous information unless the district has entered into a data privacy agreement with the provider. Unless used for clerical work, cite AI when it is used. Be explicit when AI should or should not be used by students.
Pedagogical Integrity	AI tools should be used to enhance one’s practice. AI tools contribute to the quality of work. AI developed ideas must be reviewed for accuracy and biases. AI literacy will be supported.
Digital Well-Being	Maintain a healthy balance of technology use and human interaction in the educational setting. AI tools struggle to interpret empathy and emotional intelligence.

The creation of this page has been guided by insights from the Pewaukee School District, Oregon School District, Stevens Point School District, and DC Everest School District.