The line that matters.
THE DISTINCTION
Using it to understand supports learning. Using it to produce work you submit is misconduct.
WHAT IS ALMOST ALWAYS ACCEPTABLE
Having a concept explained Asking follow-up questions Testing yourself Generating practice questions Checking whether your own answer is sound
WHAT IS ALMOST NEVER ACCEPTABLE
Submitting generated text as your own Using it in an assessment testing the skill it performs
WHAT VARIES
Assistance with structure, editing and grammar.
Some institutions permit it. Some do not. Some permit it with disclosure.
FIND OUT
Your institution's rules, in writing, for each kind of assessment.
Ambiguity is not permission.
THE CONSEQUENCES
Academic misconduct findings affect your degree and follow you.
They are not worth a shortcut on one assignment.
THE HONEST TEST
Could you explain and defend this work in a conversation with your lecturer?
