Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence Chatbots for the Encyclopedia Entry Initiative

Artificial intelligence chatbots have taken the world by storm over recent years, and are presently being used for a very wide range of applications. The use of artificial intelligence chatbots in the academic setting has also grown, however, ethical concerns surrounding the responsible use of these technologies linger. As an undergraduate student, you may already have some experience in using artificial intelligence chatbots such as ChatGPT, Google Bard, or Bing Chat. These artificial intelligence chatbots are known to often generate content that appears credible, especially when the user may be less familiar with the topic area they have inquired about. At the URNCST Journal, we believe that the use of artificial intelligence chatbots is likely here to stay, and as a result, it is of key importance for students to learn about their responsible use. In response to this need, we have established the URNCST Journal Artificial Intelligence-Assisted Encyclopedia Entry Initiative. As you draft your abstract, and if accepted into the initiative, as you draft your encyclopedia article, please ensure you adhere to the following rules:

 

Artificial Intelligence Chatbot Prompts: Participants should provide the artificial intelligence chatbot(s) that they are using with prompts that are as specific as possible. The provision of specific prompts, typically generates more specific responses, which can help the participants to hone in on the content they seek to include in their encyclopedia entry. Participants must share the entire series of prompts and responses that were used to assist them in writing their encyclopedia entry.

 

Verification of Accuracy: Before incorporating artificial intelligence-generated content into their encyclopedia entries, participants must verify its accuracy, relevance, and credibility by cross-referencing it with established scholarly sources. They should prioritize information from peer-reviewed literature, credible websites, and encyclopedias, among other reliable sources.

 

Critical Evaluation of Artificial Intelligence Output: Participants should critically evaluate the quality and reliability of AI-generated content, considering factors such as the context, biases, and limitations of the artificial intelligence model. They should exercise judgment and discernment in determining the trustworthiness of artificial intelligence-generated information and be prepared to supplement or revise it as needed.

 

Corroboration with Multiple Sources: To ensure the validity and comprehensiveness of their encyclopedia entries, participants are encouraged to corroborate artificial intelligence-generated content with information obtained from multiple reputable sources. Relying solely on AI-generated content without independent verification is not permitted.

 

Adherence to Academic Standards: Participants must adhere to academic standards of accuracy, objectivity, and integrity in the creation of their encyclopedia entries. They should strive to present well-researched, evidence-based information that is consistent with established scientific knowledge and principles, with the understanding that other researchers may use their encyclopedia entries to supplement their own knowledge in the future.

 

Declared Use of Artificial Intelligence Chatbots: In their abstract submission and encyclopedia entry, participants must both that they used artificial intelligence chatbots, and what artificial intelligence chatbots they used, to ensure transparency.

 

Documentation and Attribution: All sources used to corroborate or validate AI-generated content must be properly documented and attributed within the encyclopedia entries. Participants must follow appropriate citation practices and give credit to the original sources of information to maintain academic integrity and avoid plagiarism.