AI-Assisted Translation Policy for the D.Min. Program

AI-ASSISTED TRANSLATION POLICY FOR
THE DOCTOR OF MINISTRY PROGRAM

This policy outlines the approved use of AI tools for translation to support international students in the Doctor of Ministry program at ORU. The goal is to help students express their ideas clearly in academic writing by leveraging AI translation while maintaining academic integrity.

Guidelines

  1. Ensuring Academic Integrity and Learning Outcomes
  • The use of AI tools does not replace the student’s responsibility for mastering course content.
  • Assignments will be evaluated based on both the quality of writing and the depth of the student’s understanding of the subject matter.
  1. Initial Draft in Primary Language
  • Students may write their assignments or project drafts in their primary language to better articulate their thoughts.
  • The primary-language version must be submitted as an appendix to the final paper for transparency and comparison purposes.
  1. Use of AI Translation Tools
  • AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Google Translate) may be used to translate the initial draft from the student’s primary language into English.
  • These tools are intended to assist with translation, not content creation or conceptual understanding.
  1. Editing and Proofing by Students
  • After translation, students must carefully proofread and edit their work to ensure clarity, coherence, and academic quality meet ORU’s standards.
  • AI-generated translations may contain errors in syntax, word choice, or flow. It is the student's responsibility to revise and smooth out the rough edges.
  • Students must ensure that the final submission adheres to the style and formatting guidelines outlined in the Doctor of Ministry Program Handbook & Style Manual.
  1. Transparency and Accountability
  • Students using AI-assisted translation must include the original, primary-language version of their work in the appendix of their submission.
  • Professors may compare the two versions to ensure the translation aligns with the student's original intent.
  1. Ethical Use of AI Tools
  • AI translation tools must be used responsibly and within the guidelines of this policy.
  • Plagiarism or over-reliance on AI for content generation beyond translation will be treated as a violation of ORU’s academic integrity policies.