This guide focuses on generative AI.

We cover only AI that can generate text, images, video, music, or speech. Examples: ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Gemini, Perplexity, Adobe Firefly, Midjourney, Eleven Labs, and more.

Last updated on May 29th, 2025.

We aim to keep this guide up to date. But since new developments are happening so quickly, it's possible this may be out of date when you read it.

This guide serves as a starting point for thinking about using generative AI tools, as a student.  It provides resources for learning more about generative AI, information about AI detection, AI fact-checking and copyright.  It also includes resources on how to cite generative AI and how to use generative AI like ChatGPT effectively. 

This library guide is aimed at Shasta College students to help them understand generative AI.

We also offer an Instructor Guide to Generative AI and FAQs about generative AI.