Instructor-student agreement

Lamees Al Ethari, School of Critical and Creative Humanities

  • Faculty of Arts
  • Prohibit AI Use
  • Sample Wording
Summary

Summary: Adapt this student-instructor agreement from ENGL 335 which includes general course etiquette and asks students to indicate their understanding that AI use is prohibited.

Sample wording

Please read the terms below carefully. Then, download to sign your initial after each point, sign your name and date at the end, and submit to the Dropbox by the deadline in the schedule. The Dropbox can be found in the drop-down menu under Submit (top of the homepage).  

Students who opt out of signing and submitting this agreement need to meet with the instructor as soon as possible. Please read the terms below carefully. Sign your initial after each term, write your name, sign your name and date at the end, and submit to the dropbox.  

  1. I understand that the use of AI to write creative work and/or develop creative writing projects in this course is prohibited. _______ 
  2. I understand that I am prohibited from uploading my written assignments or my peers’ submissions and drafts to any AI generator to help with peer review. _______ 
  3. I understand that if my work is flagged as AI generated material by the instructor or the TA, I will be required to meet with the instructor to discuss further actions regarding my submission and the possibility of disciplinary procedures through the Dean’s Office. _______ 
  4. I understand that I must be collegial and professional in my communication with my instructor, my TA, and my peers. Any kind of disrespect for others will not be tolerated. _______ 
  5. I understand that peer review workshops and discussions are for sharing perspectives and developing writing/editing skills. I am required to provide Constructive Feedback for my peers to help them develop their creative work. _______ 
  6. I understand that group assignments MUST be handed in by the due date. With scaffolded assignments and group work, my timely contribution is vital in keeping my group members on track. _______ 
  7. I understand that I should contact my instructor and/ or AAS if I need additional support and/or accommodation. _______ 
  8. I understand that I am expected to know what constitutes academic integrity, to avoid committing academic offenses, and to take responsibility for my actions. I am familiar with the policies on integrity at the University of Waterloo. _______ 

I _________________________(written name), Student ID__________________, hereby confirm that I have read and understood the above course terms and policies and will follow them to the best of my knowledge and ability.    

Signature: _________________    Date:_______________