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Understanding Generative AI (GenAI) Tutorial

This module replaces the GenAI module found in the 2018 Academic Integrity Tutorial. The 2024 Academic Integrity Tutorial does not contain a module about GenAI specifically. Please use this one instead.

Learning Goal



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Welcome to the Understanding Generative AI Tutorial!

Whether you are new to generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) or have some experience, this 1-hour tutorial will introduce you to the basics and help you understand how to use GenAI tools responsibly and ethically. By the end of this tutorial, you should be able to:

  • Recognize the fundamental principles and applications of Generative AI.
  • Identify the limitations of Generative AI and the ethical dilemmas associated with its use in academic settings.
  • Adopt strategies to prevent academic misconduct that may arise from the inappropriate use of Generative AI in your studies.
  • Evaluate the impact of AI-informed decisions on your personal and academic growth, your peers, and society.
Proof of Completion

If you require proof of completion, complete the quiz at the end. It will help you assess your understanding and generate the certificate.

Technical Assistance

Please note: This tutorial focuses on the ethical and responsible use of GenAI tools in academic settings. It does not provide instructions about how to install and use these tools. Microsoft Copilot is a USask approved GenAI tool that is available to all students, faculty and staff. For technical assistance with Copilot or any other approved tool, please contact IT support.

Time: This introductory tutorial takes less than an hour to complete.

This module was developed with the assistance of Smartie and Perplexity, large language models powered by OpenAI's GPT-4 platform. While generative AI has been used to facilitate certain aspects of this module, the content, information, and insights provided have been carefully curated, reviewed, and edited by human educators to ensure accuracy and relevance. The content provided is for educational purposes and should not be considered a substitute for advice, guidance or requirements from your instructors. The module is only intended to promote understanding and awareness of generative AI and its ethical implications in educational settings. Users are encouraged to exercise critical thinking and independent judgment while engaging with the content.

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