Acknowledgement of AI use: recommended practices
Citation vs. acknowledgement
In some contexts, you may be required, or it may be appropriate, to cite a generative AI tool according to standard citation practices. Some examples of standard formatting are linked below. Generally, generative AI technologies are considered tools rather than information sources, so a source citation may not be required. Instead, a statement acknowledging that one or more tools was used and in what ways may be more appropriate.
When in doubt, always check with your instructor or publisher for required citation, attribution, and disclosure practices.
If you are required to provide a formal citation, the following style guides offer formats that are currently accepted:
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