Guidelines for Generative AI Use in Education

This document is a guide outlining the responsible use of generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI) tools by the USI student community. It emphasizes the importance of critical thinking and responsible engagement with Gen AI in educational contexts. The guidelines encourage students to use Gen AI for study and review activities while adhering to their teachers' instructions. Specific recommendations include declaring the use of Gen AI in academic submissions and ensuring the accuracy of the generated content. The document also highlights the need for students to understand the limitations of Gen AI, including the potential for inaccuracies in the information provided. Additionally, it discusses the responsibilities of both students and teachers in establishing clear conditions for the use of these tools. The appendices provide examples of how Gen AI can be utilized in various academic disciplines and benchmark comparisons with other Swiss universities regarding their recommendations for Gen AI use.