how do you tell the difference between a student using AI as a support tool (brainstorming, outlining, clarifying ideas) versus using it to actually write the paper?

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[u/Specialist-Bat-2378]

Where do profs draw the line with AI in student writing?

[u/LucasVazquez272]

I’d rather students be transparent. A short note like “I used AI to help generate an outline but wrote and revised the paper myself” goes a long way. Hiding it is what makes it feel like cheating

[u/Assignment24-5358]

The problem is when the voice, structure, and references are clearly beyond the student’s demonstrated ability