Unit 3 | Responsible and Ethical Generative AI Use
Welcome to Unit 3
Pollock, Alexia; Responsible Generative AI Use in Learning. Publisher: Lumen5/Panopto; Published Date: 08/21/25; Found at: Responsible Generative AI Use in Learning.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this unit, you will be able to:
- Explain the ethical principles behind responsible GenAI use in higher education.
- Recognize and navigate institutional guidelines and policies about GenAI in academic contexts.
- Reflect on how GenAI impacts fairness, access, creativity, and academic integrity.
- Develop a personal framework for using GenAI responsibly in coursework and beyond.
Skill-Based Credential Alignment
These objectives support a Level 3: Ethical AI Practice Credential, which includes:
- Ethical Awareness: Understanding the responsibilities tied to GenAI use in academic and professional spaces.
- Policy Literacy: Interpreting and following GenAI-related guidelines at your university and beyond.
- Integrity in Action: Making thoughtful choices that respect honesty, fairness, and originality.
- Self-Reflection: Building resilience and awareness about when to use GenAI—and when not to.