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Key Resources:

• Rice AI Usage Guidelines
• Levels of AI Adoption in Coursework
• AI Syllabus Statement Recommendations
• Honor Council

Want to define AI use in your course? The AI Advisory Committee recommends tailoring your syllabus to specify acceptable AI use.

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Training & Workshops for Faculty

Faculty members can participate in ongoing training sessions and discussions on AI in education.

Upcoming & On-Demand Training:

TSL First Friday Workshops: Regular faculty discussions on AI-related topics.

• Writing with AI Policy with Ali Garib & David Messmer

AI Course & Learning Modules: Coming Soon!

• Pre-register now

Consult with Teaching Support:

• Get personalized help by contacting teaching@rice.edu.

AI Tools & Accessibility Resources

Rice faculty and students have access to a variety of AI-powered tools to enhance learning and accessibility. For the most up-to-date list of approved and university-provided AI tools and platforms, see Rice AI Usage Guidelines.

Additionally, faculty and students may use other freely available AI tools, provided they adhere to Rice’s guidelines on data privacy, attribution, and appropriate usage.

Other Commonly Used AI Tools for Education:

• ChatGPT – Conversational AI for brainstorming and summarization.
• Gemini – Multimodal AI for reasoning, creativity, and advanced problem-solving.
• Claude (Anthropic) – Ethical AI for content drafting.
• Perplexity AI – Search engine enhancements with cited sources.
• Grammarly – Writing assistant.
• Be My Eyes – AI-powered visual assistance.

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Using AI in Instructional Materials

AI-generated images and videos can enhance course content when used thoughtfully and strategically. To ensure they align with instructional goals and maintain accuracy, consider these best practices:

Guidelines for AI-Generated Media:

• Align with Learning Objectives – Use AI-generated visuals that directly support course content and reinforce key learning goals.
• Provide Proper Attribution – AI-created images/videos should be credited (e.g., "Generated using DALL-E, OpenAI, [Date]").
• Ensure Accuracy and Relevance – Review AI-generated content carefully to verify factual correctness and eliminate potential biases.
• Be transparent with Students – Clearly disclose when AI-generated media is used in instructional materials to maintain trust and clarity.