Updated: June 2025
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5 Levels of AI Use in Academia The use of AI in academic work depends on its role in the scholarly process varies. AI as a grammar enhancer or technical aid is generally accepted, as it improves presentation without changing the main content. Ethical concerns arise when AI starts generating significant content or mimics academic voices. The level of AI's content creation influence is key to its acceptability. Balancing AI assistance with maintaining the author's authenticity is crucial in academia's evolving AI landscape. Below is a helpful Framework for GenAI Involvement Levels by the University of Michigan (adapted from Piers Steel, University of Calgary) on how to think about the various levels of GenAI involvement in your work, going from most acceptable to most controversial. |
