Cite AI Basics

This worksheet introduces students to the rules for citing AI tools like ChatGPT in APA and MLA formats. It explains when AI should be cited, how AI outputs count as personal communications, and how to format both in-text citations and reference entries. Students practice applying these rules by working through a guided citation task based on sample prompts and AI responses. The activity builds foundational academic integrity skills and clarifies when AI assistance becomes source material.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Academic Writing – APA & MLA citation formatting

Digital Literacy – Understanding AI as a source

Research Skills – Distinguishing personal communication sources

Critical Thinking – Deciding when AI contributions require citation

This worksheet is part of our How to Cite AI as a Source Worksheets collection.