1. Model Ethical Use

• Clearly explain when, how, and why AI tools (like ChatGPT, DALL·E, etc.) are used in teaching.

• Emphasize AI as a support tool — not a replacement for human thinking, creativity, or faith-based discernment.

2. Design AI-Aware Assignments

• Create tasks that ask for personal reflection, process documentation, or faith connections to discourage over-reliance on AI.

• Include clear criteria on what level of GenAI use (if any) is permitted.

3. Teach AI Literacy

• Help students understand:

  • What GenAI is and how it works

  • Its limitations (bias, hallucinations, misinformation)

  • The difference between human and machine-generated thought

4. Ensure Equity

• Be mindful of access: not all students may have devices or home access to AI tools.

• Use only board-approved platforms to ensure data privacy and security.

5. Protect Student Privacy

• Never require students to enter personal or identifying information into public GenAI platforms.

• Avoid third-party AI tools that don’t comply with Ontario privacy laws or DPCDSB policies.

👨‍🎓 For Students

1. Use AI Responsibly

• AI can help brainstorm, summarize, or explain, but it should never do the work for you.

• Always check facts — AI tools can sometimes be inaccurate or misleading.

2. Be Honest

• If you used a GenAI tool to help you with schoolwork, let your teacher know. Transparency matters.

• Using AI to generate full assignments or plagiarize is not allowed and is considered academic dishonesty.

3. Protect Your Privacy

• Don’t share your full name, address, or other personal details on AI tools.

• Stick to platforms approved by the school or teacher.

4. Think Critically and Faithfully

• Ask yourself: Does this reflect my voice and values?

• As Catholic learners, rely on discernment, ethical thinking, and moral responsibility when using any technology.

🔒 Board Expectations & Compliance

AreaGuidelineAcademic IntegrityWork must be your own. AI use must be declared when required.Privacy & SecurityFollow DPCDSB data protection guidelines. Use approved tools only.Catholic ValuesReflect dignity, honesty, and responsible stewardship of creation.Equity & InclusionEnsure all students have equal opportunity to learn with and without AI tools.

✅ Approved Uses of GenAI in DPCDSB Classrooms

✔ Brainstorming topic ideas
✔ Rewriting or summarizing text (with citation)
✔ Practicing questions or getting explanations
✔ Exploring different writing styles or perspectives
✔ Learning how to evaluate sources or arguments

🚫 Prohibited Uses

✘ Submitting AI-generated work as your own
✘ Using AI to cheat, plagiarize, or avoid learning
✘ Sharing private information in public tools
✘ Accessing unapproved or unsafe AI tools

📚 Support & Resources

• DPCDSB IT & EdTech Coaches

• Library and Learning Commons Teams

• Faith and Wellness Teams

• Ontario Ministry of Education Guidelines on AI (forthcoming)

A: To generate a printable PDF poster, you'll need to log in to ChatGPT with Python capabilities enabled. However, you can run the code yourself on your computer using Python.

✅ Here’s the code you can copy and run:

1. Make sure you have Python installed.

2. Install the fpdf library if you don’t have it:

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3. Then run this code:

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from fpdf import FPDF pdf = FPDF() pdf.add_page() pdf.set_auto_page_break(auto=True, margin=15) # Title pdf.set_font("Arial", 'B', 16) pdf.set_text_color(30, 30, 120) pdf.cell(0, 10, "DPCDSB Student Guide to Generative AI (GenAI)", ln=True, align='C') # Subtitle pdf.set_font("Arial", '', 12) pdf.set_text_color(0, 0, 0) pdf.ln(5) pdf.multi_cell(0, 10, "💡 Use technology wisely. Learn with integrity. Reflect with faith.", align='C') # What is GenAI pdf.set_font("Arial", 'B', 14) pdf.ln(10) pdf.cell(0, 10, "🤖 What Is GenAI?", ln=True) pdf.set_font("Arial", '', 12) pdf.multi_cell(0, 8, "Generative AI tools create text, images, code, or videos using artificial intelligence.\nExamples: ChatGPT, GrammarlyGO, DALL·E, Google Gemini") # DOs pdf.set_font("Arial", 'B', 14) pdf.ln(5) pdf.cell(0, 10, "✅ DOs – Use AI to Learn and Grow", ln=True) pdf.set_font("Arial", '', 12) dos = [ "✔ Brainstorm ideas and outlines", "✔ Get help understanding concepts", "✔ Rephrase your own writing", "✔ Explore different styles or perspectives", "✔ Use only board-approved tools (e.g. school Google/Microsoft account)" ] for item in dos: pdf.cell(0, 8, item, ln=True) # DON'Ts pdf.set_font("Arial", 'B', 14) pdf.ln(5) pdf.cell(0, 10, "🚫 DON’Ts – Avoid Misuse", ln=True) pdf.set_font("Arial", '', 12) donts = [ "✘ Don’t copy AI content and submit it as your own", "✘ Don’t rely on AI to do your thinking for you", "✘ Don’t share personal information (name, school, age)", "✘ Don’t use unsafe or unapproved AI apps" ] for item in donts: pdf.cell(0, 8, item, ln=True) # Ethics & Expectations pdf.set_font("Arial", 'B', 14) pdf.ln(5) pdf.cell(0, 10, "⚖️ Ethics & Expectations", ln=True) pdf.set_font("Arial", '', 12) ethics = [ "🔍 Be Transparent - Be honest about how you used AI.", "🧠 Think Critically - AI can be wrong or biased. Always check facts.", "✝️ Act with Faith & Integrity - Let your actions reflect honesty and care.", "📚 Own Your Learning - AI supports your work, but your learning is yours." ] for item in ethics: pdf.multi_cell(0, 8, item) # Catholic Reflection pdf.set_font("Arial", 'B', 14) pdf.ln(5) pdf.cell(0, 10, "🙏 Catholic Reflection", ln=True) pdf.set_font("Arial", 'I', 12) pdf.multi_cell(0, 8, '"How can I use technology as a tool for truth, creativity, and compassion?"') # Help Section pdf.set_font("Arial", 'B', 14) pdf.ln(5) pdf.cell(0, 10, "🛡 Need Help or Not Sure?", ln=True) pdf.set_font("Arial", '', 12) pdf.multi_cell(0, 8, "Talk to your teacher, guidance counsellor, or chaplain.\nFollow DPCDSB’s Digital Citizenship and Academic Integrity Guidelines.") # Save the file pdf.output("DPCDSB_GenAI_Student_Guide.pdf

A prompt is the input or instruction you give to an AI tool (like ChatGPT) to get a response.

Example: “Write a summary of Romeo and Juliet in 100 words.”

📘 2. Algorithm

An algorithm is a set of rules or instructions the AI follows to generate content.

GenAI uses complex algorithms trained on huge datasets to produce text, images, or code.

📘 3. Bias

Bias refers to unfair or unbalanced output from AI based on the data it was trained on.

AI might unintentionally reinforce stereotypes if its training data isn’t diverse.

📘 4. Plagiarism

Plagiarism is presenting someone else’s work (including AI output) as your own without proper credit.

Even if AI helped you, you must acknowledge its role in your work.

📘 5. Transparency

Transparency means being open and honest about using AI tools in your learning.

Schools often expect you to say how you used GenAI in assignments.

Encourage students to use GenAI as a tool for brainstorming and learning, not for copying. Teach them to paraphrase, analyze, and add their own insights. Promote transparency by asking students to disclose how they used AI. Provide clear guidelines about academic integrity and why original thinking matters.

How to address plagiarism and the use of GenAI to be constructive and not punitive?

Focus on educating rather than punishing. Help students understand the value of honest work and learning. If plagiarism occurs, use it as a teaching moment to discuss ethical use of AI, how to cite sources, and how to improve their skills. Offer support and resources for better writing and research.

How would you use GenAI for your own teaching practice?

I would use GenAI to generate lesson ideas, create diverse examples, and explain complex concepts in simpler terms. It can also help design personalized learning materials or quizzes. Using AI can save time on planning and allow more focus on student engagement and feedback.

How would you use GenAI as part of assessment and evaluation?

I’d use GenAI to create formative assessments that help students practice and get immediate feedback. For summative assessments, AI can assist in designing varied question types but not replace student originality. I would encourage students to submit reflections on their use of AI, ensuring accountability and deeper learning.