Guidelines
The guidelines below were developed by the FSU Artificial Intelligence in Education Advisory Committee (AIEAC) to support faculty navigating the use of AI technologies in the higher education environment. The AIEAC was established with the purpose of evaluating the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on practices in teaching, assessing AI's effect on learning and student engagement, and developing guidelines that support effective use of the technology.
AI Literacy
Develop a foundational knowledge of AI technology’s capabilities, limitations, and consequences before using it in various academic and professional contexts. Ethical use should be a primary consideration when making decisions about implementing AI.
Data Protection & Privacy
Ensure your use of AI complies with data privacy laws and institutional policies, safeguarding personal, academic, and research data.
Academic Integrity
Uphold academic integrity by setting expectations and clearly defining acceptable AI use in your course syllabus and materials to foster transparency and accountability. Be sure to follow the FSU Academic Honor Policy process when alleged academic misconduct occurs.
Access to Tools & Applications
Consider disparities in resources such as cost and accessibility when selecting AI tools for courses. While you may use AI tools not directly licensed by the university, make sure they are approved through appropriate university channels.
Teaching & Learning
Determine when AI tools may or may not be used in your courses and clearly communicate your decision to students. AI tools should be used in ways that support student learning outcomes and promote transparency and accountability between instructors and students.
Policies
The university has been evaluating the impact of artificial intelligence on practices in teaching, assessing its effect on learning and student engagement, and developing policies for consideration by the Faculty Senate and Office of the Provost. In the meantime, be sure you know your responsibilities when it comes to protecting the security and privacy of your personal data and intellectual property.
Responsible Use
Because it offers critical data protections other large-language AI tools do not, Microsoft Copilot for the Web is the recommended AI tool for FSU faculty, students, and staff (FSU login required). If you participate in the Microsoft Copilot for M365 pilot, please be aware that all prompts are electronically discoverable and may be accessed in the event of a public records request or formal legal proceeding. Copilot for the Web does not store prompts, so they are neither electronically discoverable or searchable by Information Technology personnel or end users.
Tools
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Training
See the resources below to take advantage of currently available training and support resources. More AI training opportunities to come!
Faculty Innovators
Join a Coffee Chat at the Innovation Hub to learn more about AI in teaching and research. Fall 2025 topics include AI in programming, AI in composition, and generative AI tools from Google, such as NotebookLM.
LinkedIn Learning
Integrate AI technologies in your day-to-day workflow by learning the core concepts of artificial intelligence and generative AI functionality.
EDUCAUSE
Discover AI resources and learning opportunities from EDUCAUSE, a nonprofit advancing the strategic use of technology in higher education.