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AI at RUC: Declaration on the use of generative AI

Declaration on the use of AI

DECLARE IF YOU USE AI

According to the new guidelines at Roskilde University regarding AI, you are required to include a declaration on how and why you have used generative AI (such as ChatGPT, Bing/Copilot, Research Rabbit, etc.). If you are allowed to use AI in the preparation of your written assignments and project reports you can include a declaration in a methodology section or in a brief statement at the end of the assignment.

Always remember to check the rules for the use of generative AI in your course description at study.ruc.dk.

If you have adapted or rewritten texts or materials generated by AI (for example, if you rewrite or paraphrase a section on a topic/concept/theory related to your project based on AI-generated text), it is not always appropriate to use a citation or reference. In situations where you have adapted or reformulated material that was originally generated via AI but not directly quoted, you should declare how you have used generative AI. If in doubt, we recommend both quoting and declaring the use of generative AI.

It is important that you describe how you have applied generative AI and reflect in writing on why you have used generative AI in this way.

In your declaration on the use of generative AI, we recommend to add the following:

  1. Acknowledge the use of generative artificial intelligence.
  2. Specify which technology was used and when (date).
  3. Explicitly describe how the information was generated.
  4. Describe the reason for usage (why) and optionally describe the input used (prompts, e.g., which questions were used).
  5. Explain how and why the output was used in your project work.

In some cases, you may also attach an appendix with all generated output. Ask your supervisor.

We suggest using the following format:

"I acknowledge the use of [insert AI system(s) and link] in the preparation of this project. The prompts used include [description of key prompts]. The output from these prompts was used to [explain usage and reason] in the project work."

If you have not used generative AI in a project assignment or written submission, even though it is allowed, we suggest clearly stating that you have not used generative AI. We recommend using the following declaration or a variation of this:

"No content generated by AI technologies has been used in the project work."

Source: Monash University & UCL Libguides.

ChatGPT: Share your chat with Shared Links

To declare the use of AI in a written assignment, sharing a chat with ChatGPT can be an effective approach. To share a chat from ChatGPT, you can generate a unique URL for a ChatGPT conversation, which can then be shared with your group, supervisor or teacher. This feature replaces the tedious process of sharing screenshots. When using ChatGPT in a written assignment, it is crucial to be transparent about the use of AI and ensure ethical use of AI. 

Note that anyone with the link can view the conversation in a shared link. If a user imports the conversation into their chat history, deleting your link will not remove the conversation from their chat history. Read more on Shared Links with ChatGPT. 

Guidelines for the use of AI

Roskilde University has formulated a set of guidelines regarding the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in written submissions for exams. The purpose of these guidelines is to make it clear for students and instructors how students are allowed to use AI as a tool in written submissions for exams. Read the new guidelines for the use of AI. 

THE RESPONSIBILITY IS YOURS. This guide is intended for inspiration and general guidance and therefore does not replace personal, legal, or academic advice. It is your responsibility to ensure that you comply with applicable regulations.