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Learning Assignment Tool - Overview

The Learning Assignment Tool (LAT) allows administrators to easily create learning assignments and deliver training to users, organizational units (OUs) and groups. Administrators can also track and manage assignments via the Manage Assignments Page, and view data related to specific assignments via the Assignment Summary page.

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The Learning Assignment Tool is not available in the following system areas:

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Easily distribute, analyze, and grade student work with Assignments for your LMS

Assignments is an application for your learning management system (LMS). It helps educators save time grading and guides students to turn in their best work with originality reports — all through the collaborative power of Google Workspace for Education.

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Make Google Docs and Google Drive compatible with your LMS

Simplify assignment management with user-friendly Google Workspace productivity tools

Built with the latest Learning Tools Interoperability (LTI) standards for robust security and easy installation in your LMS

Save time distributing and grading classwork

Distribute personalized copies of Google Drive templates and worksheets to students

Grade consistently and transparently with rubrics integrated into student work

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Compare student work against hundreds of billions of web pages and over 40 million books with originality reports

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Understanding Assignments

What this handout is about.

The first step in any successful college writing venture is reading the assignment. While this sounds like a simple task, it can be a tough one. This handout will help you unravel your assignment and begin to craft an effective response. Much of the following advice will involve translating typical assignment terms and practices into meaningful clues to the type of writing your instructor expects. See our short video for more tips.

Basic beginnings

Regardless of the assignment, department, or instructor, adopting these two habits will serve you well :

• Read the assignment carefully as soon as you receive it. Do not put this task off—reading the assignment at the beginning will save you time, stress, and problems later. An assignment can look pretty straightforward at first, particularly if the instructor has provided lots of information. That does not mean it will not take time and effort to complete; you may even have to learn a new skill to complete the assignment.
• Ask the instructor about anything you do not understand. Do not hesitate to approach your instructor. Instructors would prefer to set you straight before you hand the paper in. That’s also when you will find their feedback most useful.

Assignment formats

Many assignments follow a basic format. Assignments often begin with an overview of the topic, include a central verb or verbs that describe the task, and offer some additional suggestions, questions, or prompts to get you started.

An Overview of Some Kind

The instructor might set the stage with some general discussion of the subject of the assignment, introduce the topic, or remind you of something pertinent that you have discussed in class. For example:

“Throughout history, gerbils have played a key role in politics,” or “In the last few weeks of class, we have focused on the evening wear of the housefly …”

The Task of the Assignment

Pay attention; this part tells you what to do when you write the paper. Look for the key verb or verbs in the sentence. Words like analyze, summarize, or compare direct you to think about your topic in a certain way. Also pay attention to words such as how, what, when, where, and why; these words guide your attention toward specific information. (See the section in this handout titled “Key Terms” for more information.)

“Analyze the effect that gerbils had on the Russian Revolution”, or “Suggest an interpretation of housefly undergarments that differs from Darwin’s.”

Additional Material to Think about

Here you will find some questions to use as springboards as you begin to think about the topic. Instructors usually include these questions as suggestions rather than requirements. Do not feel compelled to answer every question unless the instructor asks you to do so. Pay attention to the order of the questions. Sometimes they suggest the thinking process your instructor imagines you will need to follow to begin thinking about the topic.

“You may wish to consider the differing views held by Communist gerbils vs. Monarchist gerbils, or Can there be such a thing as ‘the housefly garment industry’ or is it just a home-based craft?”

These are the instructor’s comments about writing expectations:

“Be concise”, “Write effectively”, or “Argue furiously.”

Technical Details

These instructions usually indicate format rules or guidelines.

“Your paper must be typed in Palatino font on gray paper and must not exceed 600 pages. It is due on the anniversary of Mao Tse-tung’s death.”

The assignment’s parts may not appear in exactly this order, and each part may be very long or really short. Nonetheless, being aware of this standard pattern can help you understand what your instructor wants you to do.

Interpreting the assignment

Ask yourself a few basic questions as you read and jot down the answers on the assignment sheet:

Why did your instructor ask you to do this particular task?

Who is your audience.

• What kind of evidence do you need to support your ideas?

What kind of writing style is acceptable?

• What are the absolute rules of the paper?

Try to look at the question from the point of view of the instructor. Recognize that your instructor has a reason for giving you this assignment and for giving it to you at a particular point in the semester. In every assignment, the instructor has a challenge for you. This challenge could be anything from demonstrating an ability to think clearly to demonstrating an ability to use the library. See the assignment not as a vague suggestion of what to do but as an opportunity to show that you can handle the course material as directed. Paper assignments give you more than a topic to discuss—they ask you to do something with the topic. Keep reminding yourself of that. Be careful to avoid the other extreme as well: do not read more into the assignment than what is there.

Of course, your instructor has given you an assignment so that he or she will be able to assess your understanding of the course material and give you an appropriate grade. But there is more to it than that. Your instructor has tried to design a learning experience of some kind. Your instructor wants you to think about something in a particular way for a particular reason. If you read the course description at the beginning of your syllabus, review the assigned readings, and consider the assignment itself, you may begin to see the plan, purpose, or approach to the subject matter that your instructor has created for you. If you still aren’t sure of the assignment’s goals, try asking the instructor. For help with this, see our handout on getting feedback .

Given your instructor’s efforts, it helps to answer the question: What is my purpose in completing this assignment? Is it to gather research from a variety of outside sources and present a coherent picture? Is it to take material I have been learning in class and apply it to a new situation? Is it to prove a point one way or another? Key words from the assignment can help you figure this out. Look for key terms in the form of active verbs that tell you what to do.

Key Terms: Finding Those Active Verbs

Here are some common key words and definitions to help you think about assignment terms:

Information words Ask you to demonstrate what you know about the subject, such as who, what, when, where, how, and why.

• define —give the subject’s meaning (according to someone or something). Sometimes you have to give more than one view on the subject’s meaning
• describe —provide details about the subject by answering question words (such as who, what, when, where, how, and why); you might also give details related to the five senses (what you see, hear, feel, taste, and smell)
• explain —give reasons why or examples of how something happened
• illustrate —give descriptive examples of the subject and show how each is connected with the subject
• summarize —briefly list the important ideas you learned about the subject
• trace —outline how something has changed or developed from an earlier time to its current form
• research —gather material from outside sources about the subject, often with the implication or requirement that you will analyze what you have found

Relation words Ask you to demonstrate how things are connected.

• compare —show how two or more things are similar (and, sometimes, different)
• contrast —show how two or more things are dissimilar
• apply—use details that you’ve been given to demonstrate how an idea, theory, or concept works in a particular situation
• cause —show how one event or series of events made something else happen
• relate —show or describe the connections between things

Interpretation words Ask you to defend ideas of your own about the subject. Do not see these words as requesting opinion alone (unless the assignment specifically says so), but as requiring opinion that is supported by concrete evidence. Remember examples, principles, definitions, or concepts from class or research and use them in your interpretation.

• assess —summarize your opinion of the subject and measure it against something
• prove, justify —give reasons or examples to demonstrate how or why something is the truth
• evaluate, respond —state your opinion of the subject as good, bad, or some combination of the two, with examples and reasons
• support —give reasons or evidence for something you believe (be sure to state clearly what it is that you believe)
• synthesize —put two or more things together that have not been put together in class or in your readings before; do not just summarize one and then the other and say that they are similar or different—you must provide a reason for putting them together that runs all the way through the paper
• analyze —determine how individual parts create or relate to the whole, figure out how something works, what it might mean, or why it is important
• argue —take a side and defend it with evidence against the other side

More Clues to Your Purpose As you read the assignment, think about what the teacher does in class:

• What kinds of textbooks or coursepack did your instructor choose for the course—ones that provide background information, explain theories or perspectives, or argue a point of view?
• In lecture, does your instructor ask your opinion, try to prove her point of view, or use keywords that show up again in the assignment?
• What kinds of assignments are typical in this discipline? Social science classes often expect more research. Humanities classes thrive on interpretation and analysis.
• How do the assignments, readings, and lectures work together in the course? Instructors spend time designing courses, sometimes even arguing with their peers about the most effective course materials. Figuring out the overall design to the course will help you understand what each assignment is meant to achieve.

Now, what about your reader? Most undergraduates think of their audience as the instructor. True, your instructor is a good person to keep in mind as you write. But for the purposes of a good paper, think of your audience as someone like your roommate: smart enough to understand a clear, logical argument, but not someone who already knows exactly what is going on in your particular paper. Remember, even if the instructor knows everything there is to know about your paper topic, he or she still has to read your paper and assess your understanding. In other words, teach the material to your reader.

Aiming a paper at your audience happens in two ways: you make decisions about the tone and the level of information you want to convey.

• Tone means the “voice” of your paper. Should you be chatty, formal, or objective? Usually you will find some happy medium—you do not want to alienate your reader by sounding condescending or superior, but you do not want to, um, like, totally wig on the man, you know? Eschew ostentatious erudition: some students think the way to sound academic is to use big words. Be careful—you can sound ridiculous, especially if you use the wrong big words.
• The level of information you use depends on who you think your audience is. If you imagine your audience as your instructor and she already knows everything you have to say, you may find yourself leaving out key information that can cause your argument to be unconvincing and illogical. But you do not have to explain every single word or issue. If you are telling your roommate what happened on your favorite science fiction TV show last night, you do not say, “First a dark-haired white man of average height, wearing a suit and carrying a flashlight, walked into the room. Then a purple alien with fifteen arms and at least three eyes turned around. Then the man smiled slightly. In the background, you could hear a clock ticking. The room was fairly dark and had at least two windows that I saw.” You also do not say, “This guy found some aliens. The end.” Find some balance of useful details that support your main point.

You’ll find a much more detailed discussion of these concepts in our handout on audience .

The Grim Truth

With a few exceptions (including some lab and ethnography reports), you are probably being asked to make an argument. You must convince your audience. It is easy to forget this aim when you are researching and writing; as you become involved in your subject matter, you may become enmeshed in the details and focus on learning or simply telling the information you have found. You need to do more than just repeat what you have read. Your writing should have a point, and you should be able to say it in a sentence. Sometimes instructors call this sentence a “thesis” or a “claim.”

So, if your instructor tells you to write about some aspect of oral hygiene, you do not want to just list: “First, you brush your teeth with a soft brush and some peanut butter. Then, you floss with unwaxed, bologna-flavored string. Finally, gargle with bourbon.” Instead, you could say, “Of all the oral cleaning methods, sandblasting removes the most plaque. Therefore it should be recommended by the American Dental Association.” Or, “From an aesthetic perspective, moldy teeth can be quite charming. However, their joys are short-lived.”

Convincing the reader of your argument is the goal of academic writing. It doesn’t have to say “argument” anywhere in the assignment for you to need one. Look at the assignment and think about what kind of argument you could make about it instead of just seeing it as a checklist of information you have to present. For help with understanding the role of argument in academic writing, see our handout on argument .

What kind of evidence do you need?

There are many kinds of evidence, and what type of evidence will work for your assignment can depend on several factors–the discipline, the parameters of the assignment, and your instructor’s preference. Should you use statistics? Historical examples? Do you need to conduct your own experiment? Can you rely on personal experience? See our handout on evidence for suggestions on how to use evidence appropriately.

Make sure you are clear about this part of the assignment, because your use of evidence will be crucial in writing a successful paper. You are not just learning how to argue; you are learning how to argue with specific types of materials and ideas. Ask your instructor what counts as acceptable evidence. You can also ask a librarian for help. No matter what kind of evidence you use, be sure to cite it correctly—see the UNC Libraries citation tutorial .

You cannot always tell from the assignment just what sort of writing style your instructor expects. The instructor may be really laid back in class but still expect you to sound formal in writing. Or the instructor may be fairly formal in class and ask you to write a reflection paper where you need to use “I” and speak from your own experience.

Try to avoid false associations of a particular field with a style (“art historians like wacky creativity,” or “political scientists are boring and just give facts”) and look instead to the types of readings you have been given in class. No one expects you to write like Plato—just use the readings as a guide for what is standard or preferable to your instructor. When in doubt, ask your instructor about the level of formality she or he expects.

No matter what field you are writing for or what facts you are including, if you do not write so that your reader can understand your main idea, you have wasted your time. So make clarity your main goal. For specific help with style, see our handout on style .

Technical details about the assignment

The technical information you are given in an assignment always seems like the easy part. This section can actually give you lots of little hints about approaching the task. Find out if elements such as page length and citation format (see the UNC Libraries citation tutorial ) are negotiable. Some professors do not have strong preferences as long as you are consistent and fully answer the assignment. Some professors are very specific and will deduct big points for deviations.

Usually, the page length tells you something important: The instructor thinks the size of the paper is appropriate to the assignment’s parameters. In plain English, your instructor is telling you how many pages it should take for you to answer the question as fully as you are expected to. So if an assignment is two pages long, you cannot pad your paper with examples or reword your main idea several times. Hit your one point early, defend it with the clearest example, and finish quickly. If an assignment is ten pages long, you can be more complex in your main points and examples—and if you can only produce five pages for that assignment, you need to see someone for help—as soon as possible.

Tricks that don’t work

Your instructors are not fooled when you:

• spend more time on the cover page than the essay —graphics, cool binders, and cute titles are no replacement for a well-written paper.
• use huge fonts, wide margins, or extra spacing to pad the page length —these tricks are immediately obvious to the eye. Most instructors use the same word processor you do. They know what’s possible. Such tactics are especially damning when the instructor has a stack of 60 papers to grade and yours is the only one that low-flying airplane pilots could read.
• use a paper from another class that covered “sort of similar” material . Again, the instructor has a particular task for you to fulfill in the assignment that usually relates to course material and lectures. Your other paper may not cover this material, and turning in the same paper for more than one course may constitute an Honor Code violation . Ask the instructor—it can’t hurt.
• get all wacky and “creative” before you answer the question . Showing that you are able to think beyond the boundaries of a simple assignment can be good, but you must do what the assignment calls for first. Again, check with your instructor. A humorous tone can be refreshing for someone grading a stack of papers, but it will not get you a good grade if you have not fulfilled the task.

Critical reading of assignments leads to skills in other types of reading and writing. If you get good at figuring out what the real goals of assignments are, you are going to be better at understanding the goals of all of your classes and fields of study.

You may reproduce it for non-commercial use if you use the entire handout and attribute the source: The Writing Center, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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Using the Assignment Tool in Brightspace

With the Assignment tool, it is easy to create and manage assignments in Brightspace. No more assignments lost in email and you can annotate right on the assignment.

Click a link below to jump to a specific section or browse through all the assignment changes.

• Brightspace assignment walkthrough video
• The main view of the new assignment experience

Grading options

Availability dates & conditions, submission & completion, evaluation & feedback, copy assignments.

Below you’ll find a walkthrough video and screenshots of what you will find in the assignment tool.

Updated Jan 20, 2022

Brightspace assignment walkthrough

The main view of the assignment tool.

This is a screenshot of the assignment tool. It has been streamlined to reduce scrolling and has clearer titles for the right side menu sections that used to be tabs.

The main portion of the page has a space for the assignment name, grading options, due date, assignment instructions, attachment options, and one click buttons to record audio or video for the assignment.

In Brightspace, you can hover over the attachment options to see a tooltip title of what it attaches.

At the bottom of the page next to the Save and Cancel buttons is a toggle control the visibility of the assignment.

On the right side of the screen are 3 menu boxes that you can open up for more options: Availability Dates & Conditions, Submission & Completion, and Evaluation & Feedback.

The default grading option for assignments is ungraded. To change this, click the box under “Grade out of” . This then brings up more grading options.

There is now space to type the points total and an In Grades dropdown menu for linking or removing grade items. After you have given the assignment a points value, it will automatically create a grade item in your gradebook even if you do not use the Edit or Link to Exiting grades option to link a grade item . It will have the same name as your assignment.

Choose from grades

Clicking Edit or Link to Exiting brings up a popup box that you can create and link a new grade item . Or choose to link to an existing grade item .

A new grade item will automatically have the same name as your assignment. You can change this in the Gradebook if you choose. You can also choose a grade category for the item or pick a specific grading scheme.

To link to an existing grade item, choose it from the dropdown menu that appears.

Remove from grades

If you can see the In Grades dropdown menu, that means that a grade item has been automatically added to your gradebook with the same name as this assignment. Choose Not in Gradebook to remove the grade item . You will still be able to see the point value you have added but it will not be in the gradebook.

Reset to ungraded

This option will unlink the assignment from your gradebook and your Grade Out of box will reset to saying ungraded.

Click the triangle next to Availability Dates & Conditions title to open up those options.

This section includes options for Start and End dates , Release Conditions, and Special Access .

These are the options for file submission .

Select whether this is an individual or group assignment. Add an assignment category if you choose. *This is different than a gradebook category.

Choose file submission type: File, Text, On Paper, or Observed in Person.

Choose how many files are allowed per submission and which file submission is saved. Add an email address to be notified when an assignment has been submitted.

You also have the option of restricting which file type is allowed for submission from the Allowable File Extensions dropdown menu. You can reference this Brightspace page to see which file types are Annotatable Files .

This section has options for adding Rubrics and Learning Objectives . You can also toggle on and off your annotation tool . This tool allows you to digitally mark up files submitted by students.

Turning on Anonymous Marking allows you to evaluate the assignment without seeing student names. This must be enabled before any submissions are made.

This also has the option to use our Turnitin integration to manage student file submissions.

Previously, you could copy assignments in the same course or use the course copy tool to copy assignments to a different course. Now you can copy assignments to a different course right from the assignment page.

• Click the down arrow next to the Assignment title to bring up the context menu
• Choose Copy to Other Courses
• Click the checkbox next to the course(s) to copy the assignment to those courses
• Indicate if you want to also copy the associated rubric and grade item
• Double check your selection on the next screen then click Copy

Once the assignment is successfully copied, the you will see a message of Copy Complete with a green checkmark.

Hopefully you find the assignment tool from Brightspace to be an improvement and that it helps you in your assignment creation. As always, if you have questions please contact the IDAT team for any Brightspace help.

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As students, we have a lot going on. Back-to-school season means more assignments, research, essays, papers, and reports. Generally, more writing, and writing takes a lot of time. 

But hey - it’s the 21st century. Despite the lack of time, we cannot complain about the lack of tools and apps that help us do everything we need to do - better, faster, and cheaper.

The best AI tool for students in 2023 > The best AI tool for students in 2023 >

The essay writing process

By utilizing the latest writing tools for students, we can greatly improve our processes and grades.

The right tools can help students in various ways:

• They can help you manage your time more efficiently.
• You'll be able to automate tasks such as checking grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• They can improve more advanced aspects of writing essays like language, structure and tone, for better overall readability.

The writing process can be broken down into three main stages: conceptualize, create, and check.

Let's examine each stage, and see how to optimize each one to save us time and get the job done efficiently. 

Stage 1: Conceptualize

First, we must conceptualize what we intend to write about. Are you having trouble getting started on your writing assignment? These tools can help.

Essay Topic Generator

Choosing the right topic and title is crucial to your success. Are you familiar with first impressions? That's what your paper's title and topic do.

Using a free tool like EssayTopicGenerator , which takes in keywords and generates topic ideas in seconds, gave me lots of ideas.

These are just rough ideas or thought starters, as you can see from the screenshot. Take a look at these titles and try to turn them into something. 

I would choose option 23. Aside from being clearly worded, it also gives me a fascinating new angle to study: how capitalism can develop within communist states.

To write a successful paper, you will need a strong position or perspective. For many students, writing a thesis can be a challenge.

By using Wordtune , I was able to turn my thoughts into more carefully considered words and make my final thesis statement as compelling as possible. In addition, I selected the option for it to generate suggestions with a more formal tone, which made them sound more academic.

You could benefit from services such as ThesisStatementWriter if you only have disconnected ideas and need help formulating a basic thesis. 

In academic writing, you need to gather and analyze existing research. This is not only to build your knowledge, but also to ensure your own work adds a unique angle without repeating others. Zotero and ReadCube can be really useful assistants to collect, organize, annotate, cite, and share research easily and quickly; and Pockt and Memonic can help larger teams easily access all the curated and collated research painlessly.

Your arguments will be more persuasive if you use high-quality references. Organizing them smartly is not enough. It's difficult to read, comprehend, connect, write, and build upon several GBs of research documents. How do you do it without missing your deadline?

While speed reading and skimming may help you get through your reference research, they do not guarantee comprehension.  Wordtune Read promises to read and summarize complex research papers, reports, and essays tirelessly.

I pasted a link to a 5,000-word essay into the panel, and within seconds it summarized all the key ideas and concepts. The Spotlight option, on the right side of the screen, highlighted all the keywords that needed my attention. 

Rather than spending weeks reading through mountains of information, I could focus on the real challenge - making a strong argument based on what's already out there. The ability to analyze more papers with Wordtune Read added to my perspective. This made my own research and arguments much stronger than they would have been if I had only read a few.

Stage 2: Create

Putting a mere idea into 2,000 words or more is the heart of the assignment. Smart writing tools can really make a difference here.

All your research and ideas are in place - now it's time to create the frame that will hold your essay. Bubbl.us , MindMeister , Miro, and MindMup are all virtual mind mapping tools that help you brainstorm, get ideas flowing, and build your own outline by connecting logical ideas in the research.

It's not everyone's cup of tea to write, and it's even harder to write well. Your job as a student is to come up with a compelling, evidence-based argument that proves or disproves your thesis. It's time to flesh out the outline. 

Wordtune made my sentences sharper, smarter, and tighter. While I wrote, it was like having my favorite English teacher improving my writing, sentence construction, and rephrasing my thoughts on a one-to-one basis.

Writing for academic purposes is not creative writing. It should be properly organized and argued, usually in the third person, in a formal tone. You should also use the most appropriate vocabulary, especially subject-specific terms and jargon. By using Wordtune, you can improve your tone and style, as well as choose the most appropriate words.

Ludwig is another writing assistant that helps you write better while on the go. With its multiple contextual options, it describes itself as a 'sentence search engine'.

Collaborative assignments are common among students. Google Docs is a helpful tool for writing with a team. Tutors, experts, and even parents can be granted read, comment, or edit access to it, and version control is maintained. 

Similarly, Miro helps larger teams collaborate and brainstorm visually, allowing complex ideas and perspectives to come to life. This is particularly useful for distributed and remote teams, since everyone can work on weekends or even during breaks.

For more complex or advanced assignments, distributed teams may have different roles assigned to them. A student working on a product launch assignment at a business school may assign one member to research, another to design, and another to conduct market research.

Depending on the team, a collaboration tool like Trello can keep the project on track, flagging bottlenecks, delays, and upcoming deadlines as they arise.

Wordtune Read

Once you've written all your words, check the flow. Do all the sections, heads, and subheads follow the right themes? Is it possible to group and consolidate themes that repeat themselves? A friend can give you feedback on whether they understand the gist of your argument by skimming the flow. 

You can check whether all the key points of your argument are covered with a tool like Wordtune Read , which will summarize and highlight key points from your essay (remember we used it to summarize and distill our research material as well?).

If you want to improve the visual side, then tools such as Canva , Book Creator , and Storybird can help you with format and design, visual illustrations, or any specific format and template.

Stage 3: Check

Now that all your thoughts and ideas are on paper, it's time to tidy up. Smart editing tools are more than capable of helping you, and you need an objective third party:

The use of tools like Hemingway editor ensures you won't overlook anything when it comes to editing your content for grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors. In addition, sentences that are too long, too short, too complex, too passive, too repetitive, or just the wrong tone will be highlighted.

With Wordtune , you can flesh out short sentences and fill in content-thin paragraphs, as well as shorten long or complex sentences without losing meaning. Use Wordtune if you get a low readability score - which measures how easy or difficult it is for someone to comprehend your content - to tweak and rephrase your sentences, and improve sentence variety and paragraph transitions.

Bottom line: smart tools enhance the quality of your content, not just speed up the editing process.

• Copy and plagiarism checks: like millions of others, you can quite comfortably trust tools such as Wordtune and Hemingway to ensure there are no spelling, grammar or punctuation errors in your copy. Use Plagscan to ensure you don't inadvertently copy existing material into your essay.
• Citations and biblio : following any writing convention, such as APA, MLA, and Chicago style, and writing bibliographies and citations of your references, will make the rest of your assignment process a breeze. It's easier than ever to source and cite research with apps like BibMe , Citavi , EndNote, and Citethisforme . 

Write essays with confidence, speed and style!

You can find the right task and tool with this handy chart.

As long as you have these tools at your disposal, you will be able to ace this school year.

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Published on February 13, 2023 by Jack Caulfield and Tobias Solis. Revised on November 16, 2023.

People are still figuring out the best use cases for ChatGPT , the popular chatbot based on a powerful AI language model. This article provides some ideas for how to use ChatGPT and other AI tools to assist with your academic writing .

These tools can assist you with the following steps when writing a paper, thesis , or dissertation :

• Developing a research question
• Creating an outline
• Generating literature ideas

Paraphrasing and summarizing text

• Getting feedback

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Developing a research question with chatgpt, creating an outline of your paper with chatgpt, generate literature ideas, getting feedback from chatgpt, limitations of chatgpt, other interesting articles, frequently asked questions.

You can use ChatGPT to help you formulate a clear and concise research question by generating and improving potential questions.

With the help of ChatGPT, you can develop a large number of possible research questions within a short time. This is a great way to generate ideas and different approaches to a topic.

However, make sure that the generated questions make sense and meet your needs. As you can see from our example, you can keep working with ChatGPT to adapt its suggestions to your needs (or just edit the text directly if you already have a clear idea of what you want).

First input

Develop three possible research questions on the following topic: “The influence of social media on political opinion formation.”

ChatGPT output

• To what extent does exposure to diverse political perspectives on social media affect individuals’ political opinions and behaviors?
• How does the personalized algorithm of social media platforms shape the formation of political opinions among its users?
• What are the underlying factors that determine the effect of social media on political opinion formation, and how can they be measured and analyzed?

Second input

Based on the second research question, develop three further research questions on the topic of polarization in US politics.

• Build my scientific method, qualitative discourse analysis, into each question
• Include the term “filter bubble” in each question
• How does the filter bubble effect on social media platforms contribute to the polarization of political attitudes in the US? A qualitative discourse analysis.
• What is the role of filter bubbles in perpetuating and reinforcing political echo chambers in the US? A qualitative discourse analysis.
• How does the influence of filter bubbles on social media affect the ability of individuals to engage in productive political discourse across ideological divides in the US? A qualitative discourse analysis.

Third input

Try to incorporate “qualitative discourse analysis” into the questions themselves, instead of using it as a separate sentence.

• How does a qualitative discourse analysis of filter bubble effect on social media platforms contribute to understanding the polarization of political attitudes in the US?
• What is the contribution of a qualitative discourse analysis to understanding the role of filter bubbles in perpetuating and reinforcing political echo chambers in the US?
• How does a qualitative discourse analysis of the influence of filter bubbles on social media inform our understanding of the ability of individuals to engage in productive political discourse across ideological divides in the US?

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You can also use ChatGPT to help you draft a research paper outline or thesis outline . To do this, try generating possible headings and subheadings and then improving them. ChatGPT can help to generate a clear and well-structured outline, especially if you keep adjusting the structure with its help.

However, it doesn’t have a deep understanding of your topic. As a result, inappropriate headings may sometimes be generated. It’s important to check that the outline makes sense and covers all the points needed to answer your research question.

You should also ensure that the headings and subheadings follow a logical structure. Scribbr’s Proofreading & Editing service can help you with this.

Create an outline for an academic research paper with the following research question:

“What is the contribution of a qualitative discourse analysis to understanding the role of filter bubbles in perpetuating and reinforcing political echo chambers in the US?”

The paper will be about 8 pages long.

• Background information on filter bubbles and political echo chambers
• Purpose of the study
• Research question
• Thesis statement
• Definition and concept of filter bubbles
• Definition and concept of political echo chambers
• Previous studies on the role of filter bubbles in perpetuating and reinforcing political echo chambers
• Critiques and limitations of previous studies
• Research design
• Participants
• Data collection and analysis
• Validity and reliability
• Findings from qualitative discourse analysis
• Results related to the research question
• Implications of the findings
• Interpretation of the results
• Comparison with previous studies
• Limitations of the study
• Implications for future research
• Summary of the results
• Implications for understanding the role of filter bubbles in perpetuating and reinforcing political echo chambers
• Conclusion and recommendations for future research
• List of references used in the paper
• Data collection materials
• Examples of qualitative data analysis

This seems like too much information to fit into only 8 pages. Can you condense the outline, for example removing the appendices and simplifying the structure?

• Background on filter bubbles and political echo chambers
• Definition of filter bubbles and political echo chambers
• Previous studies on the role of filter bubbles
• Limitations of previous studies
• Implications for understanding the role of filter bubbles
• Final thoughts

ChatGPT can be a useful way to generate ideas regarding what sources you might use in your work. Try asking it for suggestions about where to look and what to consider.

However, we advise against using it to find sources directly. It’s not designed for this and, if asked to do it, often just creates fake sources and presents them as real. Search a database like Google Scholar instead.

What types of sources could I use to write a paper on the following research question?

When writing a paper on the contribution of qualitative discourse analysis to understanding the role of filter bubbles in perpetuating and reinforcing political echo chambers in the US, you could use the following types of sources:

• Academic journals and articles: These are a good place to start when you’re looking for information on specific topics and they can provide you with in-depth analysis and perspectives on the topic at hand.
• Books and book chapters: These sources can provide comprehensive overviews of a particular topic and can also offer theoretical frameworks and historical perspectives.
• Government reports and studies: Government agencies, such as the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), may have conducted studies on the role of filter bubbles in perpetuating political echo chambers.
• News articles and media reports: These sources can provide insight into the current state of the issue, as well as opinions from various stakeholders.
• Online sources: Websites, blogs, and online forums can provide a range of perspectives on the topic and can also be useful in exploring the experiences of individuals who are affected by filter bubbles and political echo chambers.
• Data and statistics: Relevant data and statistics on the prevalence and impact of filter bubbles and political echo chambers in the US can be useful in providing evidence to support your arguments.
• Expert interviews and focus groups: Conducting expert interviews or focus groups with individuals who have experience with or knowledge of the topic can provide valuable insights and perspectives that can be used to support your arguments.

You can also try using ChatGPT to paraphrase or summarize text. ChatGPT can quickly condense the text or generate a number of different paraphrases of the same idea. You can keep typing “again” in the chat until you are satisfied with the result.

This kind of paraphrasing/summarizing can be helpful to, for example, non-native speakers who want to improve the fluency of their text. However, be careful. The outputs often:

• Contain grammatical errors
• Include false information

So you should always check the output to make sure it’s correct. If you’re unsure, you can run the text through the Scribbr Grammar Checker and cross-reference the information against other, more credible sources .

An alternative is to use the Scribbr Paraphrasing Tool or Scribbr’s free text summarizer , which were designed specifically for these purposes.

Paraphrase the following text:

“A filter bubble results from a social media algorithm’s attempts to cater to an individual user based on data such as their search history and previous behavior on the site. It results in the user only being presented with information that confirms their biases.”

Restructure the sentences and use other phrasings for the following parts:

• “results from”
• “only being presented with”

“A filter bubble is created when a social media algorithm customizes its content for a particular user based on their data, such as their search history and past actions on the platform. This leads to the user being confined to information that reinforces their pre-existing beliefs.” Note We strongly advise against having ChatGPT write text for you and trying to pass it off as your own work. This is academically dishonest and is widely considered plagiarism . It will usually result in an automatic fail, as well as other potential consequences .

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You can also use ChatGPT to get feedback on the argumentation and structure of your paper and suggestions for improvements.

An advantage of this is that you can get feedback from ChatGPT on different text excerpts at any time. However, one downside is that ChatGPT does not have a deep understanding of your research question, so its feedback and suggestions may be shallow or inappropriate.

This kind of feedback cannot replace input from an experienced academic supervisor who’s familiar with your topic. Use ChatGPT feedback as a supplement, not a substitute for human feedback.

If you need in-depth feedback on your writing from someone with academic expertise, try Scribbr’s Proofreading & Editing service .

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Thank you for submitting your research paper for review. Let me provide you with my constructive criticism:

Clarity of Explanations: Overall, the explanations are clear and concise, but there are a few areas that could benefit from additional clarification. For example, in the first paragraph, you mention “the mental lexicon,” but do not provide a definition or further explanation for what this is. It would also be helpful to provide a definition of “lemma.”

Smoothness of Language: The language in the paper is generally smooth, but there are a few instances where it could be refined. For example, the sentence “The symptoms vary from adding superfluous words and taking pauses to hoarseness of the voice” could be rephrased to “The symptoms of these disorders can range from excessive use of words and pauses to hoarseness.”

Structure of Text: The structure of the text is clear, with each paragraph building on the previous one. However, the transition between the first two paragraphs could be smoother. Perhaps you could add a sentence or two to bridge the gap between the two topics.

Even though ChatGPT is a powerful writing tool, you should keep the following limitations in mind:

No original research

Risk of plagiarism, fake sources, fake “facts”.

ChatGPT was trained using existing texts, and the texts created by the AI are based on this data. It’s not capable of doing its own research, only of synthesizing sources that it was trained on.

Additionally, because the texts that it was trained on only go up to 2021, it’s unfamiliar with more recent world events, cultural trends, and developments in different fields of research. This means it may provide outdated information.

Because ChatGPT was trained using existing text, the AI tends to reuse that content in a way that may be considered plagiarism. The AI may copy text from an online publication in its responses.

Additionally, using ChatGPT to write your assignment for you is considered plagiarism regardless of where it got the content from, because you’re passing off something you didn’t write as your own work.

ChatGPT was trained on a wide variety of sources, but it’s not able to accurately tell you what sources it’s using for any given output. Worse, it has a tendency to make up sources that don’t actually exist when you ask.

In addition, ChatGPT is not designed as a citation generator and cannot add correctly formatted citations to your work. Instead, try a tool designed for this purpose, like the Scribbr Citation Generator .

ChatGPT is not always trustworthy when it comes to giving you factually correct information. While it doesn’t deliberately lie, it also doesn’t have “knowledge” in a traditional sense, and it lacks the ability to verify its claims.

Instead, its responses are based on recognizing and reproducing patterns that it has seen in other texts. This means that if it doesn’t “know” something, it tends to guess. And its guesses are presented with full confidence, just like established facts.

So it’s very important that you carefully check any factual claims made by ChatGPT against more credible sources —and don’t cite ChatGPT as a source of factual information for your research.

If you want more tips on using AI tools , understanding plagiarism , and citing sources , make sure to check out some of our other articles with explanations, examples, and formats.

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You can use ChatGPT to assist in the writing process for your research paper , thesis , or dissertation in the following ways:

• Paraphrasing text

No, it’s not a good idea to do so in general—first, because it’s normally considered plagiarism or academic dishonesty to represent someone else’s work as your own (even if that “someone” is an AI language model). Even if you cite ChatGPT , you’ll still be penalized unless this is specifically allowed by your university . Institutions may use AI detectors to enforce these rules.

Second, ChatGPT can recombine existing texts, but it cannot really generate new knowledge. And it lacks specialist knowledge of academic topics. Therefore, it is not possible to obtain original research results, and the text produced may contain factual errors.

However, you can usually still use ChatGPT for assignments in other ways, as a source of inspiration and feedback.

No, it is not possible to cite your sources with ChatGPT . You can ask it to create citations, but it isn’t designed for this task and tends to make up sources that don’t exist or present information in the wrong format. ChatGPT also cannot add citations to direct quotes in your text.

Instead, use a tool designed for this purpose, like the Scribbr Citation Generator .

But you can use ChatGPT for assignments in other ways, to provide inspiration, feedback, and general writing advice.

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A rubric is commonly defined as a tool that articulates the expectations for an assignment by listing criteria, and for each criteria, describing levels of quality (Andrade, 2000; Arter & Chappuis, 2007; Stiggins, 2001). Criteria are used in determining the level at which student work meets expectations. Markers of quality give students a clear idea about what must be done to demonstrate a certain level of mastery, understanding, or proficiency (i.e., "Exceeds Expectations" does xyz, "Meets Expectations" does only xy or yz, "Developing" does only x or y or z). Rubrics can be used for any assignment in a course, or for any way in which students are asked to demonstrate what they've learned. They can also be used to facilitate self and peer-reviews of student work.

Rubrics aren't just for summative evaluation. They can be used as a teaching tool as well. When used as part of a formative assessment, they can help students understand both the holistic nature and/or specific analytics of learning expected, the level of learning expected, and then make decisions about their current level of learning to inform revision and improvement (Reddy & Andrade, 2010). 

Why use rubrics?

Rubrics help instructors:

Provide students with feedback that is clear, directed and focused on ways to improve learning.

Demystify assignment expectations so students can focus on the work instead of guessing "what the instructor wants."

Reduce time spent on grading and develop consistency in how you evaluate student learning across students and throughout a class.

Rubrics help students:

Focus their efforts on completing assignments in line with clearly set expectations.

Self and Peer-reflect on their learning, making informed changes to achieve the desired learning level.

Developing a Rubric

During the process of developing a rubric, instructors might:

Select an assignment for your course - ideally one you identify as time intensive to grade, or students report as having unclear expectations.

Decide what you want students to demonstrate about their learning through that assignment. These are your criteria.

Identify the markers of quality on which you feel comfortable evaluating students’ level of learning - often along with a numerical scale (i.e., "Accomplished," "Emerging," "Beginning" for a developmental approach).

Give students the rubric ahead of time. Advise them to use it in guiding their completion of the assignment.

It can be overwhelming to create a rubric for every assignment in a class at once, so start by creating one rubric for one assignment. See how it goes and develop more from there! Also, do not reinvent the wheel. Rubric templates and examples exist all over the Internet, or consider asking colleagues if they have developed rubrics for similar assignments. 

Sample Rubrics

Examples of holistic and analytic rubrics : see Tables 2 & 3 in “Rubrics: Tools for Making Learning Goals and Evaluation Criteria Explicit for Both Teachers and Learners” (Allen & Tanner, 2006)

Examples across assessment types : see “Creating and Using Rubrics,” Carnegie Mellon Eberly Center for Teaching Excellence and & Educational Innovation

“VALUE Rubrics” : see the Association of American Colleges and Universities set of free, downloadable rubrics, with foci including creative thinking, problem solving, and information literacy. 

Andrade, H. 2000. Using rubrics to promote thinking and learning. Educational Leadership 57, no. 5: 13–18. Arter, J., and J. Chappuis. 2007. Creating and recognizing quality rubrics. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson/Merrill Prentice Hall. Stiggins, R.J. 2001. Student-involved classroom assessment. 3rd ed. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice-Hall. Reddy, Y., & Andrade, H. (2010). A review of rubric use in higher education. Assessment & Evaluation In Higher Education, 35(4), 435-448.

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If you are studying at college or university, or any other academic institution, you may sometimes need some modern-day tools to help you complete your assignments.

Most of us have been a student at some time or another and so we know that writing an essay or completing an assignment is not always easy: in fact, sometimes it can be incredibly challenging. However, times have changed and in today's digital era there are many useful tools out there that can help you complete assignments and other academic work.

In this three-minute resource, we are going to introduce you to the best online writing tools available on the web, and the assistance they can offer. If you search the web for assignment writing tools you will find dozens of both free and paid for tools out there, but how can you tell whether these sites are reliable and user-friendly? This is where we can help as we have researched the best tools currently available to save you both time and effort!

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Writing skills are an important part of communication.  Good writing skills allow you to communicate your message with clarity and ease to a far larger audience than through face-to-face or telephone conversations. You should start by reading our Writing Skills pages for easy-to-read articles that will help you to improve your writing skills.  Our content covers grammar, spelling, punctuation, different writing styles, referencing and more.

Once you have mastered the basics of writing, here are some of the best free resources available on the web to help you prepare and write your assignments.

Although the quality of the content and the arguments that you make in an essay are both unique and subjective, you should always aim to use the best writing possible and to express your thoughts clearly and objectively. Readable can help here by quickly testing the readability, spelling and grammar of your text and showing you how and where to make improvements.

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Grammar and spelling mistakes are commonly made by students, and these mistakes can have a negative effect on both the mark achieved and the overall reputation of the student. If you, as a student, do not want yourself to be noticed in class for all the wrong reasons, then you should start using some online tools like Grammar Gorillas.

Grammar Gorillas is a fun, online game that not only helps you learn the proper use of grammar but can also check your written content for errors, suggesting possible changes that could be made. Grammar Gorillas is more like an e-learning gaming application that help you learn more about grammar than actual work!

It is not always easy to prepare assignments, and what's even more difficult is encouraging students to be enthusiastic about this work. Usually, students feel completing their assignments and writing essays is a tedious job, and so either avoid it or use plagiarism to complete their work. Quill Pad is an online program that helps make assignments exciting and fun for students as it’s filled with online resources and books that provide fun facts about the topic as well as new vocabulary.

Grammarly is probably the most well-known text editing program and it can be used for editing and correction purposes. Some of the major corrections that you can make with Grammarly are contextual spellings, grammatical errors, sentence structures, punctuation, overall document style, clarity, and delivery of your work. You can use Grammarly with MS Word, with Google Docs, or on its parent website as well. This editing program will highlight all spelling and grammar mistakes, and suggest solutions and improvements to your use of language. Grammarly also has a built-in plagiarism program that can help you in detecting duplication.

Hemingway Editor

Hemingway Editor is another assignment editing tool that can be used directly via the internet. You don't have to download this tool onto your device to use it, you just need a web connection and a browser. It is known to be one of the reliable and trustworthy apps for checking the comprehensibility of essays, assignments and other textual content. This program can also teach you how to improve your sentences and make their meaning clearer. In addition, it can identify overly complicated sentences and the passive voice in your work.

FocusWriter

As its name suggests, FocusWriter has been designed to eliminate distractions so that you can concentrate on the task in hand, be more productive, and get your writing done so that you can complete your assignments on time. The tool allows you to manage your on-screen writing environment, eliminating distractions and making the text appear just as you want. FocusWriter also helps you to track the progress of your writing, provides and optional spell-checker and is available in over 20 languages.

Online Proofreader

As the name of this program suggests, this is a straightforward online proofreader as well as a plagiarism checking tool. This useful too can be used to find errors in your work and then revise or edit it. This proofreader can be used to find and remove spelling mistakes, grammar errors, punctuation mistakes, and plagiarism from your papers. You don't need to download or install this program on your device as you can easily access it online.

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Wiggins and McTighe (2005) describe a course or curriculum design process which begins with the desired end. The principle of backward design “calls for us to make our goals or standards specific and concrete, in terms of assessment evidence, as we begin to plan” (p. 19).

• Begin by identifying your goals for student learning.  What is the purpose of the assignment? What do you want students to learn as a result of completing the assignment
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“Courses designed this way put learning first, often transcend the traditional skill set boundaries of their discipline, and usually aim to achieve more ambitious cognitive development than do classes that begin—and often end—with content mastery as the primary focus” (Burkholder, 2016, para. 4). 

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The 5 Best Assignment Help Websites for College Students

The popularity of professional assignment help websites has grown significantly during the pandemic times when most students had to make a complex shift and start with their online studies.

There were numerous challenges that had to be faced, including heavy workload issues, misunderstanding of the grading rubric, and academic pressure.

The majority of students approach online help as a way to avoid plagiarism and receive better grades as they share their concerns with trained experts.

Still, finding the best assignment help services can be quite challenging!

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5. EduZaurus

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Take your time to explore them and see which of them fits your academic needs first.

What is The Best Assignment Help Website You Can Recommend?

While the “best” is always subjective, you may safely check these five entries explored above.

Each of them is different and provides specific benefits in each case

A Research Guide service is the best choice for research paper writing, while EduZaurus will provide you with a great selection of free samples!

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Absolutely! Every assignment help website on our list has been tested in terms of being legit .

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For students: What you need to know about proper AI writing tool use (part 1 of 2)

Commemorating the International Day of Action for Academic Integrity: Championing academic integrity in the age of AI

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We chose to write this blog post about proper use of AI writing tools with student needs in mind, because so many of the resources out there for students are published by AI companies themselves. We can’t overlook students, because you are the most important part of the discussion around academic integrity. In fact, academic integrity requires student understanding and participation; for example, the International Day of Action for Academic Integrity on October 18, 2023 purposely includes student involvement.

Understanding academic integrity and proper AI writing tool use helps you avoid plagiarism and misconduct. Participation in discussions around academic integrity and proper AI writing tool use makes it so you have a say in your own learning goals and create a good culture around learning at your school.

We’re going to divide this blog post up into several sections; we’ll begin with the definition of academic integrity, then getting more specific about AI and its relationship to academic integrity, and finally providing some information about proper AI writing tool use (and misuse). In doing so, the intent is to help you understand the ways in which students can use AI properly and avoid academic dishonesty.

First, what is academic integrity?

Oftentimes, folks define academic integrity as what it is not (i.e., not plagiarizing, not contract cheating, not engaging in AI writing misconduct, and not cheating in general), but then students miss out on what it is supposed to be.

The word “academic integrity” focuses on a commitment to honesty , trust , fairness , respect , responsibility , and courage .

An authoritative definition of academic integrity can be found at the International Center of Academic Integrity (ICAI) , which was founded in 1992 by leading researchers. (Did you know there is an entire cohort of academics whose focus is primarily about academic integrity)? Don McCabe is credited as the person who popularized the term “academic integrity.” In 1999, the Center identified and described the “ fundamental values of academic integrity ” as honesty, trust, fairness, respect, and responsibility, and in 2014 added the sixth value of courage. Academic integrity, per the ICAI, is a commitment to these values ( Turnitin, 2023 ).

The values of academic integrity can be described in the following ways:

• Honesty : be truthful, give credit, and provide facts
• Trust : provide transparency, trust others, give credence
• Fairness : apply rules consistently, engage with others equitably, and take responsibility for our own actions
• Respect : receive feedback willingly, accept others’ thoughts, and recognize the impacts of our own words and actions on others
• Responsibility : follow institutional rules and conduct codes, engage in difficult conversations, and model good behavior
• Courage : take a stand to address wrongdoing, be undaunted in defending integrity, and endure discomfort for something you believe in ( ICAI, 2020 )

The above values, when put into action, display academic integrity.

What do AI writing tools have to do with academic integrity?

AI writing tools and their relationship to academic integrity is a top subject of discussion these days, spurred by the release of ChatGPT in late 2022 by a company called OpenAI. ChatGPT was a huge advancement in Artificial Intelligence, producing responses very, very close to human speech. It can generate replies to short answer questions, and provide essay-length responses.

These advances in AI caused a lot of alarm in the education community (and elsewhere; for instance, the writer and actor unions (WGA and SAG-AFTRA) went on strike in Hollywood, with one of their main concerns being AI-generated work ). While educators (academic leaders and faculty) have broadened their discussions around AI writing tools like ChatGPT and accepted that AI is here to stay, the initial (and ongoing) fear is that students will use these tools and represent their output as their own original work. In other words, teachers are afraid that students will use ChatGPT to cheat.

How do you use generative AI tools with academic integrity? Let’s roll it back up to those values of academic integrity as it pertains to AI writing tools.

AI and the value of honesty

Honesty is about being truthful, fact-based, and giving credit to the person who came up with the ideas. If you disclose your use of AI writing tools by citing AI, then you’re using AI writing tools with integrity. However, if you do not attribute work written by AI writing tools and instead claim the work as your own, then you are violating academic integrity.

AI and the value of trust

Are you providing transparency in your work? This means that if you’re using AI writing tools to brainstorm or help with writing structure, you should be clear about your actions. Doing so builds trust with your instructor. Hiding any work you’ve done with the help of AI violates trust.

AI and the value of fairness

Fairness means that everyone is working with the same resources and consistency, and that we take responsibility for our own actions. When you submit work to your instructor, you are taking responsibility for the content and claiming it as your own original work. Is an AI writing tool giving you an unfair advantage over others? For instance, if you’re working on an assignment and the rules are not to use AI, and you might be one of a few (or the only one) using AI to complete an assignment; this is a shortcut solution that disregards fairness.

AI and the value of respect

Receiving feedback and recognizing the impact of your words and actions on other folks are ways to show respect. Improper use of AI (e.g., when it’s not allowed on an assignment) flouts learning, which disrespects the instructor and your cohort’s efforts. While generative AI tools can be useful to help you understand a topic or structure your thoughts, using them to write extensive parts of work for you, especially when it’s not allowed or required for part of the assignment, is academic misconduct.

AI and the value of responsibility

This value is pretty clear, as responsibility is about following codes of conduct and modeling good behavior. If you’re using AI writing tools with the blessing of your instructor, then you’re following instructions. If you’re using AI writing tools secretly and in defiance of rules, then you’re not only breaking rules, you’re not modeling good behavior.

AI and the value of courage

Courage is about standing up for what’s right, defending integrity, and in some cases, enduring discomfort for what you believe in. Learning isn’t always easy, but the end result is valuable. Resisting the temptation to use AI writing tools when they’re not allowed or making sure to always attribute AI-generated text is simply an act of courage. Maybe that line is a bit cringey, but you’ll find that standing your ground and staying the course on learning is brave.

How can I use AI properly?

Responsible AI use follows the tenets of academic integrity. (Additionally, you may want to refer to your school or university policy on proper AI use, if one exists. The following are some general suggestions to supplement your school’s code of conduct).

AI is a toolkit for solving problems, like calculators for math calculations. When used correctly, it can be an aid for learning and fostering thinking skills. But when we become dependent on technology, it’s easy to skip steps in learning and end up in a place where you aren’t able to do things on your own. Additionally, ChatGPT doesn’t always provide accurate information; you will need to double check everything, including sources, that ChatGPT offers. In some ways, they are calculators; in other ways, they are inaccurate calculators, so you need to understand the basics of what you are trying to say. The following are ways to make sure you are using AI properly in your work.

Acknowledge the use of AI in your work

Any writing that generative AI provides has to be cited. The current guidelines for citing AI are still being developed. For most referencing styles, there are no specific directions for citing ChatGPT or other generative AI ( University of Queensland ). This makes things a bit more complicated.

However, there are interim guidelines for citing AI in different citation formats. The University of Queensland provides some information on citing AI in APA, AGLC, Chicago, and MLA formats.

For instance, in APA format, you might want to cite AI in the following way:

In-text citation :

Author of generative AI model, Year of version used

(OpenAI, 2022)

Reference list or works cited :

Author of AI model used. (Year of AI model used). Name of AI model used (Version of AI model used) [Type or description of AI model used]. Web address of AI model used

OpenAI. (2022). ChatGPT (December 20 version) [Large language model]. https://chat.openai.com/

The full transcript of a response can be included in an appendix or other supplementary materials.

For MLA, AI citations may look like this:

(Short form Title of source)

(“Compare and contrast the setting”)

Reference list or work cited :

“Title of source” prompt. Name of AI Tool, version, Company, Date content was generated, General web address of tool.

“Compare and contrast the settings of Italy and Britain in A Room With a View by E.M. Forster” prompt. ChatGPT, 1 Jan version, OpenAI, 14 September, 2023, chat.openai.com/chat .

Chicago style

The Chicago Manual of Style also provides guidance on how to cite ChatGPT or any other generative AI. Again, however, these guidelines are evolving and may change, but for now, these are some examples of how to cite AI in Chicago style:

Numbered footnote or endnote :

1. Text generated by ChatGPT, OpenAI, September 14, 2023, https://chat.openai.com/chat.

If the prompt hasn’t been included in the text, it can be included in the note :

1. ChatGPT, response to “Why are hydrocarbons thought of as scaffolds for functional groups?” OpenAI, September 14, 2023.

Acknowledging the use of AI when there are no referencing guidelines or if you’ve used AI at all:

Even if there are no referencing guidelines for a citation format or if you used AI writing tools at any point in your writing process, you should still acknowledge any use of AI that you’ve used to help complete your assignment. According to Latrobe University, one example of an acknowledgment looks like the following: Whilst/While the writing is my own and I take responsibility for all errors, ChatGPT was used to create the initial section structure for this essay.

Furthermore, AI writing tools can’t accurately cite their own sources (and thus, often plagiarize material, so it may show up in similarity detection like Turnitin Feedback Studio). So you also need to double check ChatGPT’s sources, as they may be wrong or completely made up. Those sources, too, need to be cited.

Using AI to help you study

Another proper use for AI is to study; AI tools can be used to:

• Generate practice quizzes or flashcards to help you prepare for exams
• Tutor yourself to improve your language skills
• Interact with virtual tutors
• Create study guides
• Summarize a recorded lecture
• Conduct research and find key points on a particular subject or topic
• Evaluate mathematical problems, lines of computer code, and complex formulas
• Brainstorm ways to start a new project
• Stimulate your thinking and develop new ideas
• Inspire you to ask questions you might not otherwise consider
• Request study strategies
• Encourage your AI tool to motivate you
• Ask AI to help you manage your study time by analyzing your schedule and suggesting the best study periods ( Latrobe University, 2023 ; EuroEducation, 2023 ; Chen, The New York Times, 2023 )

That said, The New York Times says there’s “One warning to keep in mind: When studying, it’s paramount that the information is correct, and to get the most accurate results, you should direct A.I. tools to focus on information from trusted sources rather than pull data from across the web” ( Chen, 2023 ).

If you’re in doubt, Turnitin has an Ethical AI use checklist for students for your use.

Brainstorming ideas

For instance, using AI to brainstorm ideas or find a way to structure an essay can be useful and further learning, particularly when teachers give permission to use AI for this purpose. One particularly effective use for AI is to ask it to generate counter-arguments to identify points you may have overlooked in your argument. Using those brainstormed ideas to write something in your own words with your own research can qualify as proper use, especially when the final work states that you used AI in the initial stages.

AI is also useful to figure out how to structure your argument; but your argument, too, must be your own and in your own words. If you use AI for this function, be sure to state that you’ve used AI in the initial stages of your work.

The gray area of AI use, also known as The Fine Print

All of the ways students can use generative AI is subject to the code of conduct at your school. That is, if your school bans any use of AI in completing assignments, including brainstorming, then you should not use AI; in the case that AI is explicitly banned, any use would then be misuse.

Conclusion: What you need to know about proper AI writing tool use as students

Here’s the thing: the process of writing is how you learn to think and express your ideas. While AI tools can help you study, and can help you get started with framing your thoughts, your thoughts must be your own, and reflected in the work you submit for evaluation.

Think of it this way: it’s okay to ask someone to proofread your work and make sure you don’t have spelling or grammar errors. But it’s not okay to ask someone to rewrite your work.

It’s also okay to ask someone to help you brainstorm, but it’s not okay to ask someone to write your essay for you.

AI is here to stay, and students need to understand what constitutes proper and improper use of AI writing tools. This is important because not only do you want to avoid misconduct and discipline, you want to make sure that you come out of school prepared for the future. This preparation includes a deep understanding of academic integrity as well as a firm footing in the subject matter you’ve studied.

10 Best AI Tools for Homework (Free and Paid)

10 Best AI Tools for Homework Introduction

As a student , do you ever feel overwhelmed with homework assignments? Do you wish there was a simpler way to find answers to complex questions? Look no further than the world of artificial intelligence (AI) tools. In this article, we’ll introduce you to the top 10 Best AI Tools for Homework that can help you breeze through your coursework. These tools range from question-answering and problem-solving applications to virtual writing assistants, all of which have the ability to access vast amounts of information and provide you with quick and efficient solutions.

By leveraging the power of AI, you can enhance your academic performance and gain a deeper understanding of course material. So, whether you’re looking to streamline your homework process or gain a competitive edge in your studies, these AI tools will make a significant difference. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at each of these tools, outlining their unique features and how they can be used to help you with your coursework. So, prepare to revolutionize your study habits and explore the top 10 AI tools for homework!

• Explain Like I’m Five

Description

It’s no surprise that ChatGPT, the powerful language model trained by OpenAI, is at the top of the list of AI tools that can help students with homework. ChatGPT, the powerful language model trained by OpenAI, students can easily find answers to complex questions, improve their understanding of the coursework, and receive feedback on writing assignments.

Thanks to its natural language processing capabilities, ChatGPT is an exceptional tool for students looking for quick and accurate solutions. In addition, its vast knowledge and ability to comprehend and generate natural language text make it a valuable resource for any student seeking academic success. With ChatGPT, students can confidently tackle academic challenges and achieve their goals.

Free Plan = Free

ChatGPT Plus = $20/month

2. Socratic

Socratic, a revolutionary app powered by Google AI, transforms how students learn and complete homework assignments. With its advanced artificial intelligence technology, Socratic offers step-by-step solutions to problems in various subjects, including math, science, and history. Whether students prefer to snap a picture of a problem or type in a question, Socratic generates detailed solutions complete with explanations and helpful tips.

Using cutting-edge machine learning algorithms, the app recognizes different questions and provides relevant responses. Furthermore, Socratic includes video explanations and interactive quizzes, enabling students to understand the material better. With its user-friendly interface and reliable solutions, Socratic is a must-have resource for students looking to enhance their academic performance.

3. Oddity AI

As students navigate their academic journey, they often encounter homework assignments that leave them perplexed and uncertain. Enter Oddity AI, an innovative tool designed to offer students an easy and convenient way to get the help they need with their homework. By signing up with their email address, students can access a comprehensive range of subject areas, including math, science, literature, and history. They can submit their questions to receive detailed explanations in plain language.

But what sets Oddity AI apart from other homework-help tools is its emphasis on concept-based learning. Powered by natural language processing and machine learning algorithms, the app prioritizes understanding the fundamental concepts of each topic. It provides personalized recommendations and feedback to help students improve their comprehension.

With its user-friendly interface and intuitive design, Oddity AI is an excellent resource for students looking to enhance their academic performance. So whether you’re struggling with a tricky math problem or need help decoding a complex literary text, Oddity AI supports your educational journey.

4. Tutor AI

Tutor AI is a game-changing digital tool that leverages the power of artificial intelligence to provide students with unparalleled homework assistance. Its sophisticated natural language processing capabilities enable students to ask questions. The app delivers comprehensive solutions and explanations across various subjects, ranging from mathematics and science to history and literature.

With its intuitive and user-friendly interface, Tutor AI provides personalized, reliable guidance to students seeking to enhance their understanding of coursework and excel academically. Whether you’re struggling with complex algebraic equations or grappling with the nuances of a Shakespearean sonnet, Tutor AI is the ultimate ally for any student seeking to achieve academic excellence.

5. Grammarly

In today’s fast-paced world, effective communication has become more critical than ever, and Grammarly is the perfect tool to ensure that your writing stands out. With its cutting-edge AI technology, Grammarly has become one of the top homework-help tools for students, professionals, and writers.

One of the primary reasons for Grammarly’s immense popularity is its ability to identify and correct grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors. Whether you’re working on a writing assignment, essay, or research paper, Grammarly provides helpful suggestions to improve the clarity and conciseness of your writing.

Grammarly also goes beyond correcting mistakes by providing detailed explanations and suggestions for improvement. As a result, it has become an invaluable educational resource for students looking to improve their writing skills.

Basic = Free 

Premium = $12/month 

Business = $15/month

If you’re a student looking for a versatile and reliable homework help tool, look no further than Smodin. This AI-powered app offers detailed and accurate assistance across various academic subjects. In addition, thanks to its natural language processing and machine learning algorithms, Smodin can provide personalized answers to student questions, ensuring a more comprehensive understanding of the material.

But Smodin doesn’t just offer one-size-fits-all solutions. Instead, the app offers different subscription options, allowing users to customize their experience and get the most out of its features. So whether you’re struggling with math, science, or any other subject, Smodin has got you covered. With its comprehensive and reliable approach to academic assistance, Smodin is a valuable resource for students looking to improve their understanding and excel in their studies.

Limited = Free

Essentials = $10/month

Productive = $29/month

7. AIR Math

For students struggling with math, homework can be a source of frustration and stress. That’s where AIR Math comes in – an innovative new tool that harnesses the power of artificial intelligence to provide personalized assistance and instant feedback on math problems.

Using advanced machine learning algorithms, AIR Math analyzes the steps taken by students in solving problems, providing real-time feedback and guidance to improve their understanding of key concepts. This intuitive interface offers detailed explanations and step-by-step solutions to various math problems, making it an invaluable resource for students seeking to boost their math skills and confidence.

With AIR Math, students can enjoy the benefits of personalized assistance tailored to their learning style and pace. Whether you’re struggling with algebra, geometry, or calculus, this AI-powered tool has you covered. So say goodbye to hours of frustration and confusion – and hello to a world of math mastery with AIR Math.

AIR Math Pass = $29.99/month

Are you tired of struggling with your homework? Look no further than AISEO, the AI-powered writing tool that provides many features to help students excel academically. Although not exclusively designed for students, AISEO is highly effective in generating answers and helping with paraphrasing. Utilizing advanced algorithms and natural language processing capabilities, AISEO offers instant solutions and insights for various academic subjects. With the convenience of its Chrome extension, students can easily access its features from any location on the web.

Whether writing essays or seeking answers to complex questions, AISEO is the go-to resource for students looking to improve their academic performance. So why struggle with homework when AISEO can help you achieve your educational goals?

Grow = $24/month

Scale = $59/month

Team = $74/month

9. Nerdy Bot

Nerdify, the education technology company, has developed a cutting-edge AI tool called Nerdy Bot to revolutionize how students approach their homework. Using the latest advancements in natural language processing and machine learning, Nerdy Bot can provide students with instant answers and detailed explanations for a wide range of academic subjects, including math, science, history, and literature.

The tool is designed to quickly analyze a student’s question and generate a response in seconds, making it an efficient and reliable study companion. With its intuitive chatbot interface, Nerdy Bot is easily accessible to students of all ages and skill levels, making it an ideal tool for anyone seeking help with their homework. In addition to providing instant answers, Nerdy Bot offers personalized feedback and recommendations to help students improve their understanding of complex topics. So whether you’re struggling with a difficult math problem or need help analyzing a literary work, Nerdy Bot has covered you!

10. Explain Like I’m Five

Have you ever struggled to understand a difficult concept while doing your homework? Well, fear not! ELI5 (Explain Like I’m Five) is an innovative AI tool to help you. This user-friendly tool simplifies complex ideas and concepts, making them easy to understand. The name “ELI5” perfectly captures the essence of this tool, as it breaks down complex topics into simple and engaging language that is easy to comprehend.

Currently, in beta, ELI5 uses advanced natural language processing algorithms and machine learning to analyze your question and provide a clear and concise answer. By leveraging the power of AI, ELI5 helps students to learn more effectively and efficiently, making homework a breeze. Furthermore, with its conversational tone and playful language, ELI5 is an ideal resource for students looking to improve their understanding of various academic subjects. So next time you struggle with a challenging concept, just ask ELI5 for help and watch your understanding grow!

Just Curious = $3.99/month

Tell Me All = $6.99/month

Essay and Paraphrasing

If you’re a student who’s ever struggled with writing essays or paraphrasing , you know how daunting these tasks can be. While this article has given you an overview of the top AI tools for homework, it’s natural to wonder about specialized tools that can help you with these specific challenges. Luckily, our website has you covered with two comprehensive articles that delve into the best AI tools for essay writing and paraphrasing.

We understand that having a reliable tool to assist with these tasks can be a lifesaver, so we’ve compiled a list of the most effective AI-powered tools available. So, if you want to take your essay writing or paraphrasing to the next level, check out our dedicated articles to discover the best AI tools to help you craft stellar essays and paraphrase easily.

10 Best AI Tools for Homework Conclusion

We understand how daunting homework can be, so we’ve curated a list of the top 10 AI tools for homework assistance. With cutting-edge AI technology, these tools are designed to provide solutions, explanations, and guidance in various subjects. From math and science to language arts and social studies, these tools have got you covered. With options like Socratic AI, Oddity AI, and Nerdify’s Nerdy Bot, you can get quick and easy answers to your homework questions. Additionally, tools like Grammarly and AIR Math can assist you with writing and problem-solving.

So, if you’re looking for relief from homework stress and seeking academic success, these powerful AI tools are here to help. Be sure to also check out our articles on the best tools for writing and paraphrasing for even more assistance.

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10 Best AI Tools for Assignment Writing in 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has permeated virtually every industry globally, demonstrating a multitude of applications. These AI tools should be viewed as valuable resources that can significantly enhance our productivity and streamline our work processes.

For students, whether in school or college, who are frequently tasked with submitting assignments and projects, AI tools designed for assignment writing can prove to be incredibly beneficial. These tools can automate mundane tasks, assist in structuring an outline, generate innovative ideas and content, and provide substantial aid in crafting assignments.

In this article, we will delve into the top 10 AI tools that can be harnessed for assignment writing. These tools are not just about making the task easier; they’re about transforming the way we approach academic work. So, let’s embark on this journey to discover how these AI tools can revolutionize your assignment writing process.

10 Best AI Tools for Assignment Writing

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Using the right AI tools for assignment writing, it becomes easier to generate a high number of words in seconds, make sure there are no spelling and grammar errors, and curate the best-quality assignments you can. Read further to learn more about the 10 best AI tools for assignment writing in 2024.

Jasper AI is a great tool that you can use to write your assignments and is among the best AI tools for assignment writing. It helps you overcome writer’s block and transform assignments to different languages, tones, formats, etc. If you have many tasks taking up your attention, you can definitely use Jasper AI to curate your assignments.

• Write assignments in over 30 languages
• You can generate unlimited words in each plan of the tool
• It has a plagiarism checker powered by Copyscape
• Integrated with Grammarly to help with spellings, formatting, sentences, etc.
• Starter Plan – $24
• Boss Mode Plan – $49

Link:  https://www.jasper.ai/

Rytr is an AI tool for assignment writing. It allows you to make high-quality assignments at minimal prices and really quickly. You have to choose your tone, section topic, and use cases, and the tool will start generating content for your assignments.

• Rephrases different texts into catchy and engaging versions
• Has AI text completer to finish paragraphs and sentences
• Helps you summarize and shorten your assignment content.
• Saver Plan – $9
• Unlimited Plan – $29

Link:  https://rytr.me/

AI-powered Yomu AI is one of the best AI tools for assignment writing that will let you write great assignments and academic papers. The tool is even trusted by labs and universities globally and has helped students complete their grants, assignments, essays, etc. on time. It also has a great citation tool to find and include citations in your assignments.

• Helps locate, format, and include citations properly
• Allows you to transform the bullet points and lists into long-form text.
• Great for brainstorming ideas, paraphrasing, refining, shortening, expanding, and summarizing content.
• Starter – $7
• Premium – $8.8

Link:  https://www.yomu.ai/

QuillBot is another AI tool for assignment writing through which you can summarize and paraphrase your texts. The tool also provides citation generation as well as a translator for your text. One thing is that the content generated by QuillBot does not pass AI-detection tools consistently.

• Offers Word and Chrome extensions to check grammar and spelling
• Supports nine paraphrase models to create simple as well as academic content
• Ability to make citations in different styles.
• Premium – $9.95

Link:  https://quillbot.com/

You can use the Writesonic Ai tool to write, edit, or summarize various forms of content, including essays and long assignments. The free trial has a 10,000 word limit and you must get the paid version to continue using it. It has a built-in plagiarism and spelling checker and even expands phrases and sentences into longer content. All this makes it one of the best AI tools for assignment writing.

• Easy to summarize and paraphrase your writing assignments
• Features Chatsonic, chatbot assistant powered by GPT-4
• Even allows you to shorten content and make it accurate and precise.
• Small Team – $13
• Enterprise – $500+

Link:  https://writesonic.com/

For those who want to write long-form content and big assignments, Contentatscale.ai can be a great AI tool for assignment writing. The tool generates content that is quite similar to human writing and one cannot easily differentiate from text written by humans. Its AI detector tool is also one of the best out there.

• It has a unique option for AI Voice training
• It can detect AI-generated content
• Allows you to analyze natural language processing.
• Starter – $499
• Standard – $999
• Scaling – $1499

Link:  https://contentatscale.ai/

AI Writer is an AI-based tool that helps in assignment writing. It generates relevant content for your assignments by choosing recommended keywords or manually providing your list. The tool suggests sections, sub-sections, etc. to develop and structure your assignment perfectly, also citing the used sources.

• Features the capability to reword text
• Great AI text generator and SEO editor
• You can directly publish to WordPress
• Basic – $29
• Standard – $49
• Power – $375

Link:  https://ai-writer.com/

Anyword is one of the best AI tools for assignment writing in 2024 and makes use of machine learning algorithms to create content. It is really helpful with long-form texts and assignments along with blogs, ad copies, social media posts, etc. It even analyzes previously done content to generate content that matches the voice and style.

• Supports around 30 languages
• It has more than 100 performance-driven templates
• Easy Grammarly integration and Google Chrome extension.
• Starter – $39
• Data-Driven – $79
• Business – $349
• Enterprise – Custom Pricing

Link:  https://anyword.com/

One of the best AI tools for assignment writing, Copy.ai helps you create long-form content, landing pages, long texts, web copies, and more. You can add a tone and voice so that the generated content is consistent and reflects your ideas. Anyone can learn how to use Copy.ai quickly and use it for their assignments.

• There are more than 90 copywriting tools
• You can save and reuse information through Infobase
• Features a chat feature to help you interact with the AI.
• Pro – $36
• Team – $186

Link:  https://www.copy.ai/

Another AI tool for assignment writing is Eduwriter. AI. It offers scripts and long texts to users to complete their assignments. Users can conveniently choose topics and the tool generates college-level content on demand. Eduwriter.AI generates high-quality essays using AI, analyzing inputs by the user as well as from websites.

• Easy to edit content before submission
• Create custom essays using its essay generator
• Ability to create narrative, descriptive, and other types of content.
• Premium – $20

Link:  https://eduwriter.ai/

No law states that it is not legal to use AI tools for assignment writing in India. However, it is a complex topic and depends on the particular institution’s ethical and academic policies. AI tools make it easier to write and complete assignments quickly but it also raises questions regarding the student’s contribution and originality of the content.

Several institutions strictly prohibit the use of AI and don’t allow any plagiarism in assignments and projects. AI tools can be really valuable and helpful if used in the right way. However, students must be clear regarding the rules and regulations set by their college or institute before they use any AI tools for assignment writing in India.

ContentatScale.ai is one of the best AI tools for assignment writing in 2024and we feel that it is truly the best option out there. The best part is that this tool generates content that is really similar to human writing and one cannot easily differentiate it from text that is written by humans. It also has one of the best in-built AI-detector tools that helps you find content that is generated by AI.

There are various content optimization tools provided by ContentatScale.ai which also allow natural language processing for users. The tool does not offer any free version and the paid one can prove to be a little costly. But if you work on assignments regularly then it is money invested rather than money spent.

AI has taken over the world and has made its way into every industry and academics are surely not left behind. Students can relieve a little burden from themselves by using AI tools for assignment writing.

From Jasper.AI to QuillBot, Eduwriter.AI to ContentatScale.ai, there are many options out there, and we discussed their features as well as pros and cons. From checking grammar to generating content, the dynamic power of AI helps a lot with assignment writing.

However, before using AI tools for assignment writing, you should ensure your educational institution does not prohibit its use to save yourself from any trouble later.

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1. Which is the best AI tool for assignment writing?

ContentatScale.ai is one of the best AI tools for assignment writing out there. We feel that it is the best option which you can use. The best part is that this tool generates content that is almost the same as that written by humans.

2. Do colleges and universities allow the use of AI tools for assignments?

Most colleges and universities do not accept AI-generated or plagiarized content. Rather than using AI tools for writing assignments, you can use them to come up with ideas and structures for your assignment.

3. How do students benefit from AI tools for writing assignments?

AI tools for writing assignments help students save time by generating text, help with spelling and grammar, offer new ideas, and focus better on other tasks. It can take a long time to complete a long assignment on your own and AI tools make the job easier.

4. Are AI tools for writing assignments free to use or paid?

Many AI tools for assignment writing can be used. Most of them have both free and paid versions. Generally, the free versions have limited features and generate a limited amount of content. Paid versions of AI tools have many exciting features that you can use to generate better-quality content for your assignments.

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8 Ways to Create AI-Proof Writing Prompts

C reating 100 percent AI-proof writing prompts can often be impossible but that doesn’t mean there aren’t strategies that can limit the efficacy of AI work. These techniques can also help ensure more of the writing submitted in your classroom is human-generated. 

I started seeing a big uptick in AI-generated work submitted in my classes over the last year and that has continued. As a result, I’ve gotten much better at recognizing AI work , but I’ve also gotten better at creating writing prompts that are less AI-friendly. 

Essentially, I like to use the public health Swiss cheese analogy when thinking about AI prevention: All these strategies on their own have holes but when you layer the cheese together, you create a barrier that’s hard to get through. 

The eight strategies here may not prevent students from submitting AI work, but I find these can incentivize human writing and make sure that any work submitted via AI will not really meet the requirements of the assignment. 

1. Writing AI-Proof Prompts: Put Your Prompt Into Popular AI tools such as ChatGPT, Copilot, and Bard 

Putting your writing prompt into an AI tools will give you an immediate idea of how most AI tools will handle your prompt. If the various AI chatbots do a good, or at least adequate, job immediately, it might be wise to tweak the prompt. 

One of my classes asks students to write about a prized possession. When you put this prompt into an AI chatbot, it frequently returns an essay about a family member's finely crafted watch. Obviously, I now watch out for any essays about watches. 

2. Forbid Cliché Use

Probably the quickest and easiest way to cut back on some AI use is to come down hard on cliché use in writing assignments. AI tools are essentially cliché machines, so banning these can prevent a lot of AI use. 

Equally as important, this practice will help your students become better writers. As any good writer knows, clichés should be avoided like the plague. 

3. Incorporate Recent Events

The free version of ChatGPT only has access to events up to 2022. While there are plugins to allow it to search the internet and other internet-capable AI tools, some students won’t get further than ChatGPT. 

More importantly, in my experience, all AI tools struggle to incorporate recent events as effectively as historic ones. So connecting class material and assignments to events such as a recent State of Union speech or the Academy Awards will make any AI writing use less effective. 

4. Require Quotes

AI tools can incorporate direct quotations but most are not very good at doing so. The quotes used tend to be very short and not as well-placed within essays. 

Asking an AI tool for recent quotes also can be particularly problematic for today’s robot writers. For instance, I asked Microsoft's Copilot to summarize the recent Academy Awards using quotes, and specifically asked it to quote from Oppenheimer's director Christopher Nolan’s acceptance speech. It quoted something Nolan had previously said instead. Copilot also quoted from Wes Anderson’s acceptance speech, an obvious error since Anderson wasn’t at the awards .  

5. Make Assignments Personal

Having students reflect on material in their own lives can be a good way to prevent AI writing. In-person teachers can get to know their students well enough to know when these types of personal details are fabricated. 

I teach online but still find it easier to tell when a more personalized prompt was written by AI. For example, one student submitted a paper about how much she loved skateboarding that was so non-specific it screamed AI written. Another submitted a post about a pair of sneakers that was also clearly written by a "sole-less" AI (I could tell because of the clichés and other reasons). 

6. Make Primary or Scholarly Sources Mandatory

Requiring sources that are not easily accessible on the internet can stop AI writing in its tracks. I like to have students find historic newspapers for certain assignments. The AI tools I am familiar with can’t incorporate these. 

For instance, I asked Copilot to compare coverage of the first Academy Awards in the media to the most recent awards show and to include quotes from historic newspaper coverage. The comparison was not well done and there were no quotes from historical newspaper coverage. 

AI tools also struggle to incorporate journal articles. Encouraging your students to include these types of sources ensures the work they produce is deeper than something that can be revealed by a quick Google search, which not only makes it harder for AI to write but also can raise the overall quality.  

7. Require Interviews, Field Trips, Etc. 

Building on primary and scholarly sources, you can have your students conduct interviews or go on field trips to historic sites, museums, etc. 

AI is still, thankfully, incapable of engaging in these types of behavior. This requires too much work for every assignment but it is the most effective way to truly ensure your work is human- not computer-written. 

If you’re still worried about AI use, you can even go a step further by asking your students to include photos of them with their interview subjects or from the field trips. Yes, AI art generators are getting better as well, but remember the Swiss cheese analogy? Every layer of prevention can help. 

8. Have Students Write During Class

As I said to start, none of the methods discussed are foolproof. Many ways around these safeguards already exist and there will be more ways to bypass these in the future. So if you’re really, really worried about AI use you may want to choose what I call the “nuclear option.” If you teach in person you can require students to write essays in person. 

This approach definitely works for preventing AI and is okay for short pieces, but for longer pieces, it has a lot of downsides. I would have trouble writing a long piece in this setting and imagine many students will as well. Additionally, this requirement could create an accusatory class atmosphere that is more focused on preventing AI use than actually teaching. It’s also not practical for online teaching. 

That all being said, given how common AI writing has become in education, I understand why some teachers will turn to this method. Hopefully, suggestions 1-7 will work but if AI-generated papers are still out of hand in your classroom, this is a blunt-force method that can work temporarily. 

Good luck and may your assignments be free of AI writing! 

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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Two EPCC Computer Science students, Ivan Alonso and Emilian Garcia, took their winning assignment, "The Fingerprint Assignment: An Interdisciplinary Assessment for CS I Education" at the Technical Symposium of the Special Interest Group in Computer Science Education in Portland, Oregon.

Alonso and Garcia, with the help of their professor, Dr. Christian Servin, presented their work on March 20th through the 23rd at the symposium.

The team's work was considered among the top six assignments globally for the current year. This is also the first time the session has accepted an assignment from a community college.

Alonso said the work he and Garcia did was challenging, but allowed him to have a deeper understanding of computer science. “Through participation in this research, I discovered knowledge beyond the classroom,” Alonso, said. “Engaging in research exposed me to real world applications and challenges, which fostered a deeper appreciation for the complexities of the field.”

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Abstract: Multi-Agent Path Finding (MAPF), i.e., finding collision-free paths for multiple robots, plays a critical role in many applications. Sometimes, assigning a specific target to each agent also presents a challenge. The Combined Target-Assignment and Path-Finding (TAPF) problem, a variant of MAPF, requires simultaneously assigning targets to agents and planning collision-free paths. Several algorithms, including CBM, CBS-TA, and ITA-CBS, can optimally solve the TAPF problem, with ITA-CBS being the leading method of flowtime. However, the only existing suboptimal method ECBS-TA, is derived from CBS-TA rather than ITA-CBS, and adapting the optimal ITA-CBS method to its bounded-suboptimal variant is a challenge due to the variability of target assignment solutions in different search nodes. We introduce ITA-ECBS as the first bounded-suboptimal variant of ITA-CBS. ITA-ECBS employs focal search to enhance efficiency and determines target assignments based on a new lower bound matrix. We show that ITA-ECBS outperforms the baseline method ECBS-TA in 87.42% of 54,033 test cases.

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