This is guidance applies to faculty and instructional staff involved in course design and instructional delivery; assessment and evaluation of learners; development of educational materials and resources; academic advising and learner support. It is relevant to using AI tools in teaching, course design, assessment, and learner support. AI tools can enhance instructional efficiency and creativity when used thoughtfully. They must be applied in ways that preserve educational integrity, protect intellectual property, and support authentic learning. Faculty who also engage in research, clinical education, or administrative work should consult the corresponding role-based guidance.
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AI tools may be used to support instructional activities such as brainstorming learning activities or discussion prompts; drafting outlines, rubrics, or instructional plans; summarizing content for personal preparation; generating examples or practice questions for review. AI tools are intended to support instructional design and preparation, not replace faculty expertise, pedagogical judgment, or engagement with learners. All AI-generated content should be reviewed, edited, and refined to reflect faculty intent and instructional goals.
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Faculty should be transparent with learners about how AI tools are used in teaching and assessment. Clear communication helps establish shared understanding and support academic integrity. Transparency may include:
- Notifying students when AI tools were used to develop instructional materials.
- Clarifying whether and how students may use AI tools in coursework.
- Explaining expectations for disclosure of student AI use.
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AI use must not undermine fair and meaningful assessment. Faculty should ensure that:
- AI-generated content is not used as the sole basis for evaluating student performance.
- Assessments measure authentic learning and understanding.
- Evaluation decisions are grounded in human judgment.
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Faculty members play a key role in setting expectations for student AI use. When expectations are unclear, students should be directed to ask before using AI tools. Faculty are encouraged to:
- Clearly state course- or assignment-level guidance regarding AI use.
- Specify when AI use is permitted, restricted, or prohibited.
- Define disclosure expectations for student work.
- Address AI use as part of academic integrity discussions.
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Educational materials developed or licensed by WMed are subject to intellectual property protections. Faculty and students should not enter copyrighted curricular materials into unvetted third-party AI tools; upload exams, assignments, slides, or proprietary teaching materials to public AI platforms. AI tools may be used to assist in developing materials, but content should reflect faculty expertise and institutional ownership.
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Faculty should review AI-generated instructional content for bias or stereotypes, inclusive and respectful language, accessibility for learners with diverse needs. AI-generated materials should support inclusive learning environments and align with accessibility expectations.
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Additional care is warranted when AI tools are used to support grading or feedback, academic advising, and decisions affecting learner progression. In these contexts, AI output should be treated as an aid rather than a decision-maker, with appropriate human oversight.
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Faculty may find support through the Office of Educational Affairs, faculty development programs, the Medical Library for instructional and scholarly support, and institutional AI guidance sections on Data Protection and Safe Use, Transparency and Disclosure, as well as Academic Integrity and Intellectual Property.
When You Are Unsure
If you are uncertain about whether an AI use is appropriate in a teaching context, pause before proceeding. Follow institutional guidance for when you are unsure and consider consultation with appropriate leadership, such as academic leadership, Office of Educational Affairs, or Information Technology. Requests for assistance can also be sent to Support+AI@wmed.edu.