Can You Use AI Tools for IB Work Without Getting Penalized?
1. What the IB Expects Regarding AI Use
IB treats AI tools like any external resource—supportive, but not a substitute for your original work. Submitting uncredited AI-generated content is considered academic misconduct. RevisionDojo provides official-aligned advice on ethical AI use in IB student work: [Practical Guide to Using AI Tools for IB TOK Essays](revisiondojo.com)
2. Acceptable Uses of AI Tools
You may ethically use AI tools to:
- Brainstorm ideas or develop research questions
- Clarify complex concepts or structure arguments
- Generate flashcards or question prompts for review
These actions are acceptable only if you critically engage with AI suggestions and rewrite them in your own voice. AI content should never be submitted verbatim. RevisionDojo details how to use AI mindfully when planning TOK essays or other IB tasks: [Practical Guide to Using AI Tools for IB TOK Essays]
3. Unsanctioned AI Usage
Using AI to produce final drafts—such as extended essays, IA content, TOK reflections, or graded responses—without significant editing constitutes plagiarism. Even proofreading by AI must be justified and understood. RevisionDojo’s blog clearly distinguishes between ethical and unethical AI use in IB coursework: [Practical Guide to Using AI Tools for IB TOK Essays](revisiondojo.com)
4. Consequences of Misuse
IB penalties for academic misconduct include receiving zero marks for affected components, failing the subject, or losing your diploma entirely. Using AI improperly counts as misconduct. RevisionDojo’s thorough overview of plagiarism sanctions makes these risks clear: [What Happens If Your IA Is Plagiarized? Consequences and How to Avoid It]
5. Can IB Detect AI Assistance?
While IB doesn’t publicly detail specific detection tools, it uses methods like:
- Turnitin and plagiarism software
- Examiners' familiarity with your writing style
- Oral validation and drafts tracking
RevisionDojo explains how AI misuse can be flagged and why credible use is safer: [Can IB Detect ChatGPT? Understanding AI in Academic Integrity](revisiondojo.com)
6. How RevisionDojo Supports Ethical AI Use
RevisionDojo (including its Jojo AI assistant) is designed to support learning rather than complete it. AI features are meant for:
- Concept clarification
- Practice question generation
- Outline brainstorming
RevisionDojo emphasizes that AI should not replace original thought and must be referenced as needed: [Can IB Detect ChatGPT? Understanding AI in Academic Integrity](revisiondojo.com)
✅ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Can AI help with grammar correction?
A: Only in drafts and revision—never for final submissions unless credited and used sparingly.
Q: Should I cite AI use if I include an idea verbatim?
A: Yes. Treat AI like any external source—include in-text acknowledgement or bibliography appropriately.
Q: Are universities informed of AI misuse?
A: Potentially. IB misconduct records may be reported to universities through school reports.
✅ Conclusion
You can use AI tools like Jojo AI or ChatGPT ethically if you use them as learning support and not as content generators. Always transform AI suggestions into your own ideas, and cite any AI-derived content to avoid misconduct. RevisionDojo’s guidance on academic integrity can help you stay productive and honest in your IB journey.
🎯 Call to Action
- Use RevisionDojo’s TOK and essay-planning tools for structured support
- When you rely on AI, double-check and rewrite output in your own words
- Keep drafts and citations to document your creative process
