Check claims against reliable sources

Unit ID: AIT-M06-U03 Estimated active time: 15-20 minutes

The main idea

Important claims need a verification trail.

This matters because everyday AI tools can produce useful work very quickly. Speed is helpful, but speed can also make us skip judgement.

In this unit, keep the Module 1 rule in mind:

AI can assist. You still review and decide.

Why this matters

Use a claim-check table with claim, source needed, source found, and status.

When you give clear instructions and review the result, the tool becomes easier to use responsibly. When you skip the habit, the tool may produce something polished but unsuitable.

Safe example

A tool says a policy changed, so the learner checks the official policy page.

This is a safe learning example because it does not require private, confidential, personal, customer, student, employee, legal, medical, financial, or sensitive information.

Better working habit

Use a claim-check table with claim, source needed, source found, and status.

Write the habit down before you use the tool. A short habit is easier to remember than a long rule.

What to watch for

Do not keep claims with no reliable source when accuracy matters.

If you notice this problem, slow down. You can edit the prompt, ask a follow-up question, review manually, or reject the output.

Mini practice

Build a claim-check table for five sample claims.

Write your answer in 3-6 sentences or a short table. Keep it safe and nonsensitive.

Check yourself

Before moving on, answer:

• What did I ask the AI tool to help with?
• What did I keep responsibility for?
• What would make this task unsafe or unsuitable?
• What would I check before using the output?