Document Type

Article

Publication Date

2026

Publication Title

Knowledge Quest

Volume

54

Issue

4

Pages

8-13

Abstract

The article focuses on the role of school librarians in drafting policies to address academic integrity amid the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) in K-12 education. It defines AI, including generative AI (GenAI), and discusses both the challenges and opportunities AI presents for teaching and learning, emphasizing the need for clear guidelines on ethical use. The article outlines three common AI policy models—permissive, hybrid, and restrictive—and stresses the importance of collaboration between librarians and teachers to establish consistent expectations, promote critical thinking, and ensure proper attribution of AI-generated content. School librarians are positioned as key facilitators in guiding students to use AI tools responsibly while maintaining academic honesty.

Rights

© 2026 American Library Association. All rights reserved. Included with the kind written permission of the copyright holder.

Original Publication Citation

Burns, E. (2026). Drafting policy to address academic integrity: The other AI in education. Knowledge Quest, 54(4), 8-13. 

ORCID

0000-0002-3808-0195 (Burns)

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