How to use AI Responsibly

What is AI (Artificial Intelligence)?

Artificial Intelligence (AI) refers to technologies capable of performing tasks that usually require human intelligence. These tasks may include generating text, creating images, and translating languages, among others. 

Generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude and others, are trained on vast datasets to create novel content in response to prompts that can then respond to human language.

Appropriate use of AI in your studies

As a creative school, originality and critical thinking are key areas of our programmes. AI should only be used as a tool to support your academic and creative development, not replace it.

Here are some examples of acceptable uses:

• Brainstorming or structuring ideas for projects or essays
• Summarising articles or large bodies of information to analyse the information
• Improving spelling and grammar (minor corrections only)
• Learning multiple viewpoints on a topic
• Creating a to-do list and schedule for your assessments

Please note: While it's acceptable to use AI to check for spelling and grammar errors, students must avoid running their entire work through AI tools to rephrase or enhance style, structure or rework the content.

Examples of appropriate use:

• Checking a paragraph for minor grammar issues

• Summarising a long article to understand the key points

Examples of inappropriate use:

• Rewriting full assignments through AI tools

• Using AI to reword or restructure your work

Your final submission must always represent and show your own ideas and your intellectual engagement with the topic or assessment.

Caution:

• Always evaluate whether the AI tool has provided accurate information, reliable data, and appropriate references

• Consider the perspective presented by the AI tool and think about which viewpoints may have been left out

• Double-check the sources used by the tool

When using generative AI tools, it's important to:

• Remember that the ideal format to request information for a Generative AI tool is: a clear objective, output format, warnings, and relevant context

• Have a clear objective- know exactly what information you want from AI (e.g., summarising a text)

• Define the output format - specify how you want the response to be delivered (e.g., bullet points, table, etc.)
• Include warning or limitations - be aware of potential risks, biases, or limitations in AI´s response. Always use your critical judgment.

Using an AI tool is, in many ways, similar to using any other source or reference material. Any ideas or wording that are not originally yours must be properly referenced. Failing to do so can lead to accusations of plagiarism.

When AI use is permitted or prohibited

It is absolutely essential that you are clear about how to use AI while studying at Central Film School. Learning the capabilities and limitations of an AI tool will help you leverage this skill successfully. The following are some examples of good or bad practices when using AI:

Central Film School's position on AI

Central Film School supports the responsible use of AI for educational purposes. In line with the Department for Education´s guidance, the School recognises AI as a powerful tool that must be approached with the principles of good academic practice.

Misuse or unauthorised use of AI will be considered academic misconduct under the CFS Academic Misconduct Policy.

Ethical and responsible use

Throughout your time studying your course, you are expected to demonstrate your development as an independent learner. This involves completing your studies with honesty and ethics and having respect for the work of your tutors and others.

Supporting, not replacing learning

• Using AI tools in your academic work must be guided by your own understanding and critical engagement with the topic that you are analysing or producing. You should clearly show that you comprehend the subjects, expectations of the task and the context of the work.

• AI can be used as a font of inspiration, but it should not replace the personal reasoning expected to be developed throughout your course.
• AI should never be the primary creator of your work or assessments.

Citation Guide

You should acknowledge any use of AI content in your work. This includes assessments, portfolios, presentations, or artefacts.

Properly acknowledging AI use demonstrates your commitment to academic integrity and shows that you are using AI tools thoughtfully and responsibly.

When you use AI to support you in assessments, you have to:

• Include a separate sheet detailing your interaction with the AI tool

• Identify the tool used

• State the analysis of how you used it and the prompts
• Describe how it helped you in your own analysis of the task
• Attach screenshots as a reference to support the use of AI

Misuse of AI at CFS - Possible Consequences

Misusing AI is considered a breach of the Academic Misconduct policy. Breaches of academic conduct policies could lead to:

• Disciplinary action
• Reassessment with capped marks
• Retaking a module
• Academic penalties

CFS encourages innovation and thoughtful integration of the new technologies. As students with the desire to become creative professionals, it is your responsibility to work on developing your own learning and originality throughout your time with us.