Teacher AI Detection Workflow

A fair workflow for classroom AI detection

Teachers need a process that is consistent, explainable, and centered on learning. The workflow should start before detection: define acceptable AI use, explain disclosure rules, and save draft checkpoints when possible.

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Step-by-step review

First, run the text through a detector and note high-risk passages. Second, compare those passages with previous writing, outlines, notes, and cited sources. Third, ask the student to explain the writing process. Fourth, decide whether revision, disclosure repair, or formal escalation is appropriate.

Documentation matters

Keep a short record of the prompt, submitted draft, detector result, reviewed passages, and student response. This reduces inconsistent handling and gives students a clearer path to improve their writing practice.

FAQ

Should schools publish an AI detection policy?

Yes. Students and teachers need shared expectations before a dispute happens. A good policy defines allowed assistance, disclosure language, review steps, and appeal options.

How can teachers reduce conflict?

Use the same workflow for similar cases, explain the evidence, and offer a revision path when appropriate. Consistency is the best defense against arbitrary enforcement.

What belongs in a classroom checklist?

Include assignment rules, draft checkpoints, detector result, reviewed passages, citation review, student explanation, and final action. Keep the checklist short enough to use during real grading.