AI Detection Tools and Position Statement

AI Detection Tools

After extensive research, the AI in Teaching & Learning Committee advises against adopting AI detection tools at an institutional or individual level due to unreliable detection and bias concerns,

The committee suggests using Boise State resources to design assignments that discourage misuse of AI, while fostering open, developmental conversations on academic integrity.

Read Boise State’s full AI Detection Position statement.

Turnitin at Boise State

Turnitin continues to be available at Boise State as a plagiarism detection tool to support academic integrity in written work.

However, the university does not endorse the use of Turnitin—or any other tool—for AI detection.

The university encourages instructors to design thoughtful, well-supported assignments that reduce opportunities for misuse and promote open conversations about responsible AI use in learning.

Teaching Strategies to Mitigate AI Concerns

There are some teaching strategies that can help mitigate worries about AI being used by students. 

Here are some ideas:

• Design assignments that require personal reflection, process documentation, or Boise State-specific context, making it harder to rely solely on AI-generated content.

• Use scaffolded assignments with multiple checkpoints (e.g., outlines, drafts, peer reviews) to emphasize learning progress and reduce opportunities for last-minute misuse of AI tools.

• Incorporate class discussions or low-stakes writing prompts about the ethical use of AI, helping students understand the boundaries of appropriate use.

• Offer clear guidance and examples of acceptable vs. unacceptable AI use through syllabus language, assignment instructions, or short videos from Boise State's AI in Education resources.

• Encourage faculty development through Boise State workshops and consultations that explore assignment design strategies and foster a shared culture of academic integrity.