Welcome to AURA, here to help you refine arguments, improve your research process, prepare for exams, and clarify expectations using Professor Oveisy’s materials—although it won’t write your assignment or answer exam questions.

Instructions:

• Click on the llama icon in the left-hand corner of the page to start chatting.
• Always type your first name, then your question, e.g., ‘Aisha: Can you help me unpack Marx’s concept of surplus value in Chapter 8?’
• Always let the assistant know if you need accessibility support.

Please consult the instruction manual handout on your eClass for further guidance, or contact Professor Oveisy (foveisy@yorku.ca) with any questions.

Ethical & Technical Notes on the Project

This AI assistant supports Professor Oveisy’s broader research on how generative AI can enhance critical thinking, accessibility, and academic integrity in undergraduate education. Its role is to serve as a Socratic dialogue partner and to bridge the divide between those resistant to AI and those eager to adopt it in higher education.

Privacy & Data Use

• All chats are processed and stored securely by York—no data leaves the university.
• Logs are visible only to Professor Oveisy and York’s IT team.
• Please avoid entering sensitive personal information.

Ethical Use

• Any use of the assistant must follow York’s Academic Integrity Policy.