AI Pedagogical Resources

The following resources on ethical AI usage that can assist in planning your courses. These resources were created to help both faculty and students make thoughtful decisions about when, how, why, and whether to use (or not use) AI tools at various stages of the learning process.

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An exploration of good work with Generative Artificial Intelligence going on within the CSU system. This four-part faculty-led 鈥渓unch and learn鈥 series will take place every other Wednesday, at noon, March 26 to May 7. It explores best practices for course design, campus engagement, and exploration from your peers.


Tools and information for CSU Students, Faculty, Staff, and Alumni that support the CSU Artificial Intelligence Strategy of Elevating Education and Workforce Readiness. Resources include descriptions about available tools and a variety of training opportunities.


This fully online 4-week course developed at Fresno State University and now offered systemwide will help you learn the AI Tool Basics, including what they are, as well as why, when and how to use them.

This article by the Online Learning Consortium introduces the TrAIT Framework. It's goal is to help educators model the use of AI tools responsibly and clearly, so students can get the most out of their learning experience.


The Academic Applications of AI (AAAI) Student Microcredential, is a comprehensive program designed by SDSU and is being offered to all CSU students.  This course will enhance students understanding of generative AI. Course Commitment: 2-10 hours online, asynchronous. 


Do you have a clear AI policy in your syllabi? This tool is designed to help you craft a personalized policy for your course. It also provides examples and options to serve as a starting point, which you can adapt to reflect your teaching philosophy and course objectives. You can learn more in the . Thanks to Dr. Yingjie Liu and Darshan Arunbhai Patel in CFETI for creating this resource!


Have you used AI tools in your academic work? SAID helps you transparently document your use of AI tools in academic assignments, ensuring alignment with instructor policies and institutional integrity guidelines. This tool provides templates and examples to guide disclosures on how, when, and why AI was used, with customizable checklists, text fields, or reflections to clarify your process. Refer to the for best practices and instructions. Thanks to Dr. Yingjie Liu and Darshan Arunbhai Patel in CFETI for creating this resource! 


This brief handout helps you rethink assignments to ensure they promote deep learning, originality, and critical thinking. Through the use of concrete steps and reflection questions, it provides you with multiple options you can use to create or refine assignments. The handout includes a link to   , aka SPARKLE, an AI bot that invites you to submit a brief description of your assignment (or paste assignment instructions), explore the redesign suggestions, and use them as inspiration.


This Canvas course has two modules. The first is for faculty and offers practical strategies, resources, and examples that promote academic integrity, responsible AI use, and thoughtful teaching practices. The second module is for students and helps them better understand academic integrity and how to communicate their questions to faculty. Please note: this course is a work in progress and by the start of spring semester, the student module will be available for you to import into any course.


The 无忧短视频 Writing Center has produced an AI writer toolbox that has been distributed to students. The University Writing Committee encourages faculty to support students鈥 use of this toolbox, which is a balanced and clear introduction to students about the limits of AI while also sketching out potential resources it may provide. This is an optional resource for students and defers to faculty members to establish their own rules or guidelines in their classes (for example, using the AI policy builder linked above!). The AI Writer Toolbox will undergo regular revision and expansion by the 无忧短视频 Writing Center, reflecting advances in the field and changing needs in the 无忧短视频 campus and broader writing communities.


As you navigate Artificial Intelligence and support student learning, you may encounter Academic Dishonesty. 无忧短视频鈥檚 full academic honesty policy is available in . All allegations of cheating and plagiarism should be referred to Student Conduct and Ethical Development (SCED) by completing our . If you have questions or concerns about academic honesty, please contact SCED at studentconduct@sjsu.edu.

No matter where you find yourself on the spectrum of AI adoption, these resources will enhance your unique approach in the classroom. Thanks for your ongoing dedication to fostering a thoughtful and ethical learning environment as we navigate this evolving landscape together.

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