How to declare the use of generative AI

A declaration of use is mandatory whenever AI has contributed to the process or content of an academic assignment, even if no literal AI-generated text is included.

“Declaring the use of AI is always mandatory when it has influenced the preparation of the work; and if AI-generated content appears in the final text—whether literal, translated, or reformulated—then, in addition to declaring it, it must also be cited.”

The declaration of AI use must always appear in a visible section of the document. In general, it is recommended:

In undergraduate theses, master’s theses, and doctoral dissertations: In the Methodology section or in a specific section at the end of the document (“Use of generative AI tools”), depending on the guidelines of the faculty or centre.
Some of the elements that are declared may also need to be formally cited.
In coursework assignments: In an initial or final note (footnote) or within the methodological section when applicable.

Template for declaring the use of generative AI (EHU) (Template)

DECLARATION OF GENERATIVE AI USE — EHU

Tool used: ________________________________________
Version / date of access: _____________________________

Purpose of use (tick as appropriate):

☐ Text generation
☐ Reformulation
☐ Translation / proofreading
☐ Structural suggestion
☐ Methodological support
☐ Other

Brief description of the use:
“__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________”

Authorship commitment:
I confirm that all generated content has been personally reviewed, reworked, and validated by me.

Signature: ________________________________________

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Cómo declarar el uso de la Ia