ChatGPT Edu at Southern Regional Technical College

Student Access

Eligible students will access ChatGPT Edu through mySRTC.

• Students will receive an invitation to ChatGPT Edu, but they do not have to accept the invitation to use the platform.
• Students accepted to SRTC for the current or upcoming semester will receive access once their information is included in Banner.
• Eligible students will generally retain access while enrolled and for one semester after enrollment.
• The student launch date will be announced by SRTC once the rollout information and support materials are ready.

Appropriate Academic Use

ChatGPT Edu may support learning, studying, writing, research, coding, brainstorming, and other academic activities when permitted by the instructor and course syllabus.

Examples of appropriate uses may include, but are not limited to:

• Organizing or compiling notes
• Creating study guides or review questions
• Brainstorming ideas
• Formatting information
• Explaining difficult concepts
• Practicing concepts or terminology
• Creating study tools
• Reviewing writing for organization or clarity
• Generating practice coding examples
• Sharing instructor-approved study materials with classmates

Student Disclosure

Students should disclose or cite their use of ChatGPT Edu when required by the course syllabus or instructor. Students should not present AI-generated work as their own when the assignment does not permit its use.

Academic Integrity

ChatGPT Edu does not replace a student’s responsibility to complete coursework honestly. Students remain responsible for the accuracy, originality, and proper documentation of submitted work.

For specific requirements, students should review the SRTC AI Procedure and the applicable course syllabus.

Example Prompts

• Studying
  • “Create a 10-question study guide about the major concepts in this topic. Do not provide the answers until the end.”
  • “Explain this concept in simpler language and provide one practical example.”
  • “Quiz me on these vocabulary terms one at a time.”
• Organizing Notes
  • “Organize these notes into headings and bullet points without adding new information.”
  • “Identify the major themes in these notes and create a study outline.”
• Writing
  • “Review this paragraph for grammar and clarity. Do not rewrite it or change my meaning.”
  • “Suggest three ways to improve the organization of this draft.”
  • “Help me create an outline for a paper about this topic.”
• Research
  • “Help me identify questions to consider when researching this topic.”
  • “Suggest keywords I could use to find reliable sources.”
  • “Create a comparison chart using only the information provided below.”
• Coding
  • “Explain what this code does line by line.”
  • “Help me identify possible errors in this code without completing the assignment for me.”
  • “Create a simple practice example that demonstrates this programming concept.”

Students should verify information independently and use reliable, instructor-approved sources for academic work.

Privacy and Safety

This includes:

• Social Security numbers
• Addresses and personal contact information
• Medical or health information
• Financial information
• Passwords or login information
• Student records, grades, or academic records
• Information protected by FERPA
• Information protected by HIPAA
• Confidential workplace or employer information
• Personal information belonging to another person

Students may use class notes, assignments, or workplace documents only when the materials do not contain confidential information and the student has permission to use them. Sensitive information should be removed or replaced with general placeholders before submission.

Conversations and Privacy

Instructors and administrators cannot view individual student conversations or usage through ChatGPT Edu. Students should still follow all SRTC procedures and course expectations when using the platform.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can ChatGPT Edu complete an assignment for a student?
  • Students should not use ChatGPT Edu to complete work that an instructor has identified as independent work. Course-specific expectations are established by the instructor and listed in the syllabus.
• Can students use ChatGPT Edu for every class?
  • Not necessarily. Each instructor may establish different policies. Students should review the syllabus and ask the instructor if expectations are unclear.
• Can ChatGPT Edu make mistakes?
  • Yes. ChatGPT Edu may provide inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated information. Students should verify information through course materials, instructors, textbooks, and reliable sources.
• Can students use ChatGPT Edu for research?
  • Yes, when permitted by the instructor. ChatGPT Edu may help students brainstorm topics, develop search terms, organize information, or understand a concept. It should not replace reliable research sources.
• Can students upload assignments or class notes?
  • Yes, if the instructor permits the use of ChatGPT Edu and the materials do not contain confidential, protected, or personally identifiable information.
• Who should students contact with questions about academic use?
  • Questions about whether ChatGPT Edu is permitted for a specific assignment should be directed to the course instructor.
• What should students do if they cannot access ChatGPT Edu?
  • SRTC will publish access and technical support instructions as the student rollout is finalized. Students should begin by confirming that they are using the ChatGPT Edu link available through mySRTC.
• Will students receive training?
  • Student demonstrations or training sessions may be offered by request. Additional resources will be developed based on student and faculty feedback.

Faculty and Staff Information

Faculty will receive additional guidance during professional development days. Rebecca Blalock is coordinating the development of recommended syllabus language, sample prompts, and classroom examples.

Faculty members with questions should contact Rebecca Blalock.

Additional Resources

Students are encouraged to use ChatGPT Edu as a learning support tool while continuing to follow SRTC policies, course syllabi, instructor guidance, academic integrity expectations, and privacy requirements.

Last updated: October 2026