Mixed-methods study explores AI policy presence and ethical standards in kinesiology journals, suggesting transparency and accountability as key themes.
Artificial intelligence (AI) –assisted technologies are widely available and can be used in the research and publication processes, creating unique considerations for kinesiology authors, editors, and readers. An overview of AI policies in sport-science journals listed in Scimago is provided in this mixed-methods study. A chi-square analysis was used to determine if a journal’s 2023 quartile ranking was related to the presence of an AI policy. Using semantic qualitative analysis, common themes among the policies were identified. The research team analyzed the journal/publisher website(s) of 124 journals and found AI policies for 77.8% of the journals. The presence of a policy differed based on quartile ranking. Common themes included transparency and ethical disclosure, human accountability, ethical boundaries, and the need for adaptable policies. Recommendations are provided to guide editors and researchers in navigating the responsible integration of AI technologies in kinesiology research and writing.
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