Generative AI Policy

Generative AI Policy

1. Introduction

The Jurnal Sosial dan Teknologi Terapan AMATA is committed to maintaining high standards of academic integrity and scholarly excellence. As part of its mission, the journal recognizes the increasingly important role of artificial intelligence (AI), particularly generative AI, in academic research and publishing. This policy outlines how generative AI may be used responsibly and ethically throughout the manuscript submission, peer-review, and publication processes, ensuring that its use is consistent with established standards of academic writing ethics and scholarly research.

2. Scope of the Policy

This policy applies to all authors, reviewers, editors, and other stakeholders involved in the submission and publication processes of the Jurnal Sosial dan Teknologi Terapan AMATA. It specifically addresses the use of generative AI tools in the preparation of academic manuscripts, including drafting, editing, data analysis, and content generation during the research process.

3. Ethical Use of Generative AI

  • Transparency: Authors must disclose the use of generative AI tools in their work. This includes, but is not limited to, AI-assisted writing, data analysis, literature review development, and other forms of AI-facilitated content generation. Full disclosure of the AI tools used must be provided in the Acknowledgments or Methods section of the manuscript.
  • Authorship and Responsibility: The use of generative AI does not relieve authors of responsibility for the content of their work. All AI-generated content must be carefully reviewed, edited, and contextualized by the authors. Authors must ensure that such content meets academic standards of originality, relevance, and integrity.
  • Originality and Integrity: Generative AI must not be used to commit plagiarism or generate fabricated content. AI-generated text must be critically evaluated and must not replace the intellectual work or scholarly contributions of the authors. All sources of data and information used by or through AI tools must be properly cited and referenced in accordance with the journal's citation guidelines.
  • Accuracy and Reliability: Authors must verify the factual accuracy of AI-generated content. AI tools are not infallible and may produce inaccurate, misleading, or biased information. Authors are responsible for ensuring that AI-generated content is accurate and reflects current scholarly understanding.

4. Use of Generative AI in Peer Review

  • Bias and Fairness: Peer reviewers must critically evaluate AI-assisted submissions, ensuring that the research is valid, the use of AI is transparently disclosed, and no ethical violations have occurred in the application of AI.
  • Confidentiality: Reviewers must treat AI-assisted manuscripts with the same level of confidentiality as other submissions. The use of generative AI must not compromise the confidentiality or integrity of the peer-review process.

5. Restrictions on the Use of Generative AI

  • Integrity: Although AI tools may be used to assist with writing or research, generative AI must not be used to formulate the authors' substantive arguments or scholarly interpretations. AI-generated analyses must be independently cross-checked against authoritative scholarly perspectives to ensure the integrity of the academic work.
  • Research Originality: Generative AI may assist with literature reviews or data analysis, but it must not be used as a substitute for original research or scholarly analysis. All contributions submitted to the journal must reflect the authors' own scholarly input and intellectual contribution.

6. AI and the Review Process

  • AI as a Tool for Peer Review: AI tools may be used by editors and reviewers to assist in detecting potential plagiarism or checking citation consistency. However, AI cannot replace the critical expertise required for a comprehensive peer review. Final decisions regarding the acceptance or rejection of manuscripts remain the responsibility of the editorial team.

7. Compliance and Monitoring

  • Compliance with Journal Standards: Authors and reviewers are expected to comply with the Jurnal Sosial dan Teknologi Terapan AMATA policy on the ethical use of AI. Failure to comply, including failure to disclose the use of AI or engaging in unethical practices such as plagiarism or data manipulation, may result in manuscript disqualification and may lead to restrictions or a ban on future submissions.
  • Monitoring of AI Use: The editorial team reserves the right to monitor and assess the use of AI in all submissions to ensure compliance with this policy. Random checks may be conducted to verify the extent of AI involvement and whether AI has been used ethically.

8. Conclusion

The Jurnal Sosial dan Teknologi Terapan AMATA recognizes the value of generative AI as a tool that can enhance academic research and writing. However, it is essential that AI be used ethically, transparently, and responsibly while maintaining the journal's commitment to scholarly integrity. By adhering to this policy, the journal seeks to foster a research environment in which AI serves as a support for human creativity, critical thinking, and scholarly inquiry.

9. Contact Information

For any questions regarding this policy or the ethical use of AI in manuscript submissions, please contact the editorial team at redaksi.amata@gmail.com.