Responsible AI prepares students to use artificial intelligence effectively, ethically, and thoughtfully within their discipline and future profession. Rather than focusing on specific AI tools, students develop the knowledge, judgment, and adaptability needed to use AI responsibly as technologies continue to evolve.
Responsible AI includes learning how to use AI to enhance learning and productivity, evaluate AI-generated information critically, understand ethical and legal considerations, and apply AI appropriately within disciplinary and professional contexts.
Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping nearly every profession. Employers increasingly expect graduates to understand not only how to use AI tools, but also when, why, and whether AI should be used. Graduates who can thoughtfully integrate AI into their work while exercising human judgment will be better prepared to succeed in an AI-enabled workforce.
Responsible AI helps students:
Tool: AI Integration Program Discussion & Reflection
Sample AI Prompt Sequence to Support Program Reflection
The above two documents were shared at the Opening Week Faculty Session in January 2026.
Responsible AI Course Planning Guide
Use this resource to inform planning. Please complete this guide when updates are
completed, both as a program self-check and to assist curriculum review teams. The
completed guide should be attached in Coursedog in the Course Form (new or edit, as
appropriate).
Sample Completed Course Planning Guide