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What to Do |
Why It’s Important |
Recommended Approach |
|---|---|---|
| ✅ Use only approved AI tools for student work. | Ensures GDPR compliance and data security. | Check if your AI tool has a data policy that meets UCY and EU standards. |
| ✅ Remove personal identifiers before inputting text into AI. | Reduces privacy and IP risks. | Anonymize student names, IDs, or any sensitive data. |
| ✅ Inform students how their data will be handled. | Builds trust and meets transparency requirements. | Explain when you use AI tools for grading, feedback, or content generation. |
❌ Examples
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What Not to Do |
Why It’s a Problem |
Recommended Fix |
|---|---|---|
| ❌ Don’t upload student assignments to free AI platforms. | Risk of violating GDPR and data privacy. | Use secure, institution-approved tools instead. |
| ❌ Don’t upload or process third-party work without consent. | Can breach intellectual property rights. | Get permission before using third-party work in AI tools, or use content that is clearly licensed for reuse (e.g., Creative Commons). |
| ❌ Don’t overlook the data policies of AI tools you use. | May expose student or institutional data to misuse. | Review AI tool terms and privacy settings regularly. |
Excerpt from the Official Guidelines
Instructors must ensure compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) and the EU AI Act1 when using AI tools or systems in teaching and assessment. They must not upload student or third-party work onto AI platforms in ways that may raise significant risks for privacy, intellectual property, or data security.
Last Updated on 27 August, 2025
