Syllabus Essentials: The Ethical Learner: GenAI Checklist

In this era of growing GenAI technology, it is crucial to educate ourselves and our students on its responsible use. Jeremy Caplan, the Director of Teaching and Learning at CUNY’s Craig Newmark School of Journalism and author of Wonder Tools, has developed a checklist to guide students in understanding the ethical implications of using AI for learning.

This “Ethical Learner” checklist is a syllabus essential for teachers seeking to educate their students on using AI conscientiously for homework, research, and writing. Be sure to also check out his ebook, Making the Most of AI to Enhance Your Teaching.

Use this checklist to help students:

• Navigate the ethical considerations associated with AI usage.
• Exercise critical thinking and awareness while engaging with AI tools.
• Question the biases embedded within AI algorithms, the privacy concerns surrounding data collection, and the potential consequences of relying solely on automated decision-making processes.

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