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MGMT 2110 - Organizational Behavior (Fall 2024): Use AI Wisely

Using ChatGPT and other Generative AI Tools

At HKUST, whether it's allowed to use Generative AI (GenAI) and for what purposes is determined by individual course.

In MGMT 2110, transparency regarding the use of generative AI in your team project and report writing is crucial. As stated in the syllabus, If your team has utilized GenAI, you must include an Appendix detailing its usage. The appendix should include:

  • How GenAI was employed (e.g., provide specific prompts used, include outputs generated)
  • How your report benefits from GenAI and identify its limitations
  • Which aspects of your report are unique and novel, distinguishing your original work from GenAI-generated content.

In addition, please remember that GenAI and other tools cannot replace your own work. You are expected to write your own assessed assignments and to prepare your presentations yourselves.

When is it OK to use a generative tool (AI)?

Check & Cross-check the Results

A common problem with many generative AI text tools is that they generate nonsense, especially made-up citations (references). Such as 

So, if you are using texts that you created using ChatGPT or other AI tools, use your eyes and your brain to check the work. Evaluate the information provided, just like anything you plan to use academically. 

1. Cross-check what it says & do "lateral reading"

  • Check against your own knowledge
  • Check against Wikipedia or Britannica
  • See if other reliable sources state the same thing
  • This is not new with generative AI, it's always been good scholarly practice

To learn more about lateral reading,  watch:

2. Confirm that any references it provides are real

3. If the references (citations) are real, check that they support the claim

  • This is *NOT* a new issue with AI tools, it's always been important to do so.
  • This is proper scholarly practice when working with sources both in print and online.

4. If you use ChatGPT or other AI tools in your work, you need to acknowledge it.

  • Follow the guide listed in the previous section to appropriately cite and acknowledge AI-created content
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