Tech Transparency

This worksheet supports students in Grades 6, 7, and 8 as they develop academic writing, research ethics, reflective thinking, and digital literacy skills related to AI use. Learners write clear transparency statements explaining exactly how an AI tool was used during an assignment, then analyze whether that disclosure replaces a citation or must accompany one, helping them understand the difference between process explanation and source attribution.

Learning Goals

• Transparency Writing (Grades 6-8) – Crafting clear statements that accurately describe AI involvement in academic work
• Research Ethics – Distinguishing between AI as a writing process tool and AI as a source that requires citation
• Academic Integrity – Disclosing AI use honestly and responsibly
• Reflective Writing – Explaining reasoning behind citation and disclosure choices

Instructional Benefits

• Teacher-Created Resource – Designed to align with evolving classroom expectations for AI transparency
• Metacognitive Focus – Encourages students to think critically about how tools influence ideas and language
• Real-World Application – Mirrors transparency statements increasingly required in schools and universities
• Flexible Use – Works well for writing units, research projects, integrity lessons, or assessments
• Low-Prep Format – Easy to implement in classrooms or homeschool settings

This printable worksheet helps students build confidence in transparency, ethical decision-making, and responsible AI use. By clearly explaining how AI contributed to their work and evaluating whether citation is still required, learners strengthen critical academic integrity skills. It is a practical, future-ready resource for both classroom instruction and homeschool learning focused on clarity, honesty, and ethical writing practices in AI-supported environments.

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