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How to cite generative AI
How to cite generative AI
Remember to check with your instructor. Some instructors might not allow any use of ChatGPT and others might allow only limited use.
If you are allowed to use ChatGPT in an academic assignment, here are some guidelines for citing.
- How do I cite generative AI in MLA style? - MLA Style Center
- How to cite ChatGPT - APA Style
- How do you recommend citing content developed or generated by artificial intelligence, such as ChatGPT? - Chicago Manual of Style
Your instructor may also ask for an appendix that includes the prompts that you provided to ChatGPT or the full transcript of your interaction.
For guidelines on citing other formats of generative AI (images, code, videos, etc), see How to Cite AI Tools: A Guide for Students.
See also this summary of ways to acknowledge use of generative AI: Acknowledging and Citing Generative AI in Academic Work.
It's also worth reading this advice, since some uses don't fit the standard way of citing:
- Should I cite the AI tool that I used? by Dr. Kristin Terrill, Iowa State University
- How to Cite AI Tools by Dr. Kristin Terrill, Iowa State University