CASB Sample Policy Language on AI.pdf (55 KB)

CASB Sample Policy Language CASB’s policies on staff and student use of technology include a section on AI, excerpted below. GBEE (Staff): Use of Artificial Intelligence The district supports staff use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools that enhance the district’s commitment to high-quality learning. Staff must follow the direction of the district regarding permissible AI tools, use of AI tools and acceptable and unacceptable uses for staff and students. Generally, staff may use AI tools for ideas, outlines and to enhance the educational experience, such as supplementing lesson plans, providing differentiated instruction and aiding in curriculum development. Staff is prohibited from relying solely or primarily on AI tools to carry out their work duties, unless expressly authorized. Staff may only use AI tools that are approved by the district. Staff should carefully evaluate the appropriateness of AI tools for educational purposes on a case-by-case basis, considering its appropriateness for each educational context, accuracy, reliability, and alignment with curriculum standards. Staff must comply with all applicable federal, state and local student privacy laws, including FERPA and the Colorado Student Data Transparency Act. To that end, staff should not upload or input any confidential, proprietary or sensitive information into any AI tool. Teachers who suspect plagiarism or use of AI that violates district policy should first have a conversation with a student to ensure that they understand expectations for acceptable use. Teachers should consult with administration to determine appropriate steps to investigate any possible violation of policy. JS (Students): Artificial Intelligence The district supports student use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools that enhance the district’s commitment to high-quality learning. Generally, students may use AI tools for explaining concepts, exploring new topics of interest and seeking guidance on research directions. Students may be permitted to use AI tools on assignments if clearly stated in the assignment or specified by the teacher. However, students must not rely solely or primarily on AI tools in completion of coursework unless expressly authorized. In any use of AI, students should be mindful that AI tools are prone to “hallucinations,” false answers/information, or outdated, misleading and/or biased information. Thus, students must always verify information provided by AI tools using reliable sources such as textbooks, scientific papers and reputable educational websites.

Students should not upload or input any personal, confidential, propriety or sensitive information into any AI tool. Examples include passwords and other personal information such as names, likenesses, or social security, credit card or bank account numbers. Specific acceptable and unacceptable uses of AI tools may vary based on new technological developments and students must follow the guidance of the district’s administrators. Offenses or violations of this Policy will be addressed by the teacher and administrators.