Unit 3 Assignment Activity
Student Name: Khadija Muhammad Tasiu
Student ID: c2017025
Course Code: UNIV 1001-01
Date: December 3, 2025
Part 1: Essay Outline
Topic: What strategies can be implemented to overcome the limitations of AI tools?
Title: Combining AI and Library Research for Academic Integrity.
Introduction
I selected this topic because artificial intelligence is increasingly used by students, yet it
has clear limitations that can affect academic integrity. AI tools are useful for speed
and idea generation, but they may produce inaccurate or biased information. This essay
argues that the limitations of AI can be overcome through a controlled and ethical
approach in which AI supports early-stage thinking while verified academic sources
remain the foundation of academic work.
Using AI for Idea Development
One effective strategy is limiting AI use to brainstorming and topic clarification. AI can
help identify general issues such as bias, hallucinations, and lack of accountability.
These ideas can then be used as keywords to search the UoPeople Library for peer-
reviewed articles. When used this way, AI improves efficiency without replacing
academic research or independent thinking.
Human Verification and Oversight
Human verification is essential when using AI in education. Etzioni and Etzioni (2017)
argue that artificial intelligence systems require responsible human oversight to prevent
harmful or unethical outcomes (p. 34). Applying this principle, students must personally
verify all information suggested by AI by consulting original academic sources. This
process ensures accuracy and reduces the risk of misinformation or misuse.
Scholarly Sources as the Final Authority
The most important strategy is relying on scholarly sources as the final authority. Hess
(Jan, 2026) explains that technology should support learning rather than replace critical
thinking. While AI may assist with grammar or organization, arguments and evidence
must always come from credible academic sources. This approach protects originality
and reinforces academic responsibility.
Conclusion
AI limitations can be effectively managed through a hybrid workflow that combines AI
assistance with human judgment and library research. When used responsibly and
ethically, AI becomes a support tool rather than a substitute for learning.
Part 2: Reflection
Giving credit to authors is important because it respects intellectual property, allows
others to verify information, and prevents plagiarism. According to the University of the
People’s Code of Academic Integrity, presenting another person’s work or ideas without
proper acknowledgment is a serious academic violation.
The most common types of academic dishonesty include plagiarism, cheating,
fabrication of information, unauthorized collaboration, and undisclosed or improper use
of artificial intelligence tools.
I used AI for brainstorming and minor grammar checks only. To maintain academic
integrity, I verified all information through the UoPeople Library, composed the
assignment myself, and disclosed AI usage. AI is efficient but limited by bias,
inaccuracies, and lack of scholarly judgment. Ethically, it should be used transparently
and cautiously, with humans retaining full responsibility for academic work.
Part 3: Instructor Feedback
I reviewed my Unit 1 instructor feedback. The comments emphasizing correct citation
were helpful and influenced how I referenced sources in this assignment. Overall, the
feedback helped strengthen my academic writing and attention to academic integrity.
His reminder to post a profile picture was useful; I added a picture to improve
participation.
References
Etzioni, A., & Etzioni, O. (2017). Should artificial intelligence be regulated? Issues in
Science and Technology, 33(4), 32–36.
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Hess, F. M. (2026). AI goes to school. National Review.
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University of the People. (n.d.). Code of Academic Integrity.
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academic-integrity
University of the People. (2025). Can we hold AI accountable?
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