What kinds of GenAI prompts may I use to help me work ethically and effectively?
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GenAI prompts for ethical and effective research
Below are some examples of prompts you could use to help you interact with AI tools ethically. Remember to always follow the guidance outlined in the Arden University Statement on the Use of AI in Assessment, which you can find on our Artificial Intelligence webpage.
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| Reason for using AI | Example of prompt | Follow-up actions |
| Brainstorm ideas to get research started | "Give me three perspectives on climate change policy." | Use the Arden Library to find credible sources on the suggested perspectives and to conduct deeper research. |
| Ask for clarification of academic concepts | "Explain the difference between quantitative and qualitative research in simple terms." | Use the credible sources on the Arden Library to further your understanding and explore your Subject Guides, which may suggest additional academic sources on the topic. |
| Receive formative feedback on your writing | "Give me feedback on my academic tone and the structure of my writing." | Work with the feedback provided by AI in a critical way. Do not allow AI to make changes to your work, but rather implement any feedback yourself, using your own words. Always ensure the feedback is aligned to the learning outcomes. |
| Find examples of frameworks or types of writing | "Give me an example of a reflective essay and suggested frameworks." | Validate the AI examples by searching for suggested frameworks on the Arden Library and consult your lecturer to ensure the information is accurate. |
| Generate questions or tests to help you check your knowledge | "Create five multiple choice questions to test my understanding of supply and demand." | Ensure that any answers provided by AI are accurate, by cross-checking the information in your recommended course materials. |
When using generative AI tools, make sure you do not copy and paste information they provide as this would be considered academic misconduct.
If your assignment instructions have indicated that it is appropriate to use generative AI tools to create parts of your work (for example, a data visualisation), then you should always cite the AI tool and provide the reference. Consult your referencing guide, available on our Academic Integrity page, for examples of how to reference AI tools.
If you are unsure whether the way you have used generative AI is ethical, book an appointment with an Academic Skills Tutor, who can offer some guidance. You can also consult the Arden University Statement on the use of AI in Assessment, which is available on our Artificial Intelligence page.
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