ai disclaimer - marki

last updated: 9 sep 2025

1. introduction

this ai disclaimer governs your use of artificial intelligence technologies integrated into marki's educational platform. by using our ai-powered features, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the terms outlined in this disclaimer.

2. nature of ai services

marki utilizes artificial intelligence technology to provide educational support services including:

• automated generation of markschemes for student questions
• ai-powered marking of student answers against markschemes
• generation of targeted feedback on student responses
• essay evaluation based on uploaded rubrics
• educational content analysis and assessment

these services are powered by machine learning algorithms and natural language processing technologies that analyze and respond to educational content.

3. educational tool limitations

3.1 not a replacement for professional education

marki's ai services are designed to supplement, not replace:

• professional educators and teachers
• official academic assessments
• human judgment in educational evaluation
• institutional grading systems
• certified educational programs

3.2 supplementary nature

our ai tools are intended solely as study aids and practice resources. they should be used in conjunction with traditional learning methods and under appropriate educational supervision.

4. accuracy and reliability limitations

4.1 potential for errors

while we strive for accuracy, our ai systems may:

• generate incorrect or incomplete markschemes
• provide inaccurate marking of answers
• misinterpret complex or nuanced responses
• fail to recognize valid alternative answers
• produce inconsistent results across similar inputs

4.2 subject matter limitations

ai accuracy may vary significantly based on:

• subject complexity and domain
• question format and clarity
• language and expression variations
• cultural and contextual factors
• technical or specialized terminology

4.3 no guarantee of accuracy

we do not guarantee that ai-generated content will be:

• 100% accurate or error-free
• suitable for all educational levels
• aligned with specific curriculum standards
• consistent with institutional marking criteria
• free from bias or misinterpretation

5. user responsibilities

5.1 verification obligation

users are responsible for:

• reviewing and verifying all ai-generated markschemes
• checking the accuracy of ai marking results
• validating feedback before accepting it
• ensuring content aligns with their educational requirements
• cross-referencing with authoritative educational sources

5.2 academic integrity

users must:

• comply with their institution's academic integrity policies
• not use ai-generated content to engage in academic dishonesty
• properly attribute any ai assistance when required
• understand their institution's policies on ai tool usage
• take responsibility for all submitted academic work

5.3 critical evaluation

students and educators should:

• apply critical thinking to ai-generated content
• question and challenge ai outputs when appropriate
• use ai feedback as one of multiple learning resources
• develop independent learning and assessment skills

6. inappropriate use cases

6.1 not for official assessments

marki's ai should not be used for:

• final examinations or official grades
• high-stakes academic assessments
• professional certification evaluations
• admission or placement testing
• legal or regulatory compliance assessments

6.2 supervised use recommended

for users under 18, we recommend:

• adult supervision when using ai features
• teacher guidance for academic applications
• parental awareness of ai tool usage
• understanding of ai limitations before use

7. ai development and training

7.1 continuous improvement

our ai systems:

• are continuously updated and refined
• learn from aggregated usage patterns
• may change in capability over time
• undergo regular performance evaluations

7.2 data usage for improvement

we may use anonymized and aggregated data to:

• improve marking accuracy
• enhance feedback quality
• develop new educational features
• research educational effectiveness
• train and refine ai models

7.3 no individual profiling

we do not use ai to:

• create individual student profiles for third parties
• make determinations about student capabilities
• predict academic success or failure
• share individual performance data without consent

8. technical limitations

8.1 processing constraints

ai services may be limited by:

• file size and format restrictions
• processing time for complex content
• system availability and maintenance
• concurrent usage limitations
• technical compatibility issues

8.2 language and format support

current ai capabilities may not fully support:

• all languages and dialects
• mathematical notation and symbols
• diagrams, charts, and visual content
• handwritten responses
• audio or video content

9. liability and disclaimers

9.1 no warranty

ai services are provided "as is" without warranty of any kind. we disclaim all warranties regarding:

• accuracy of ai-generated content
• fitness for educational purposes
• compliance with curriculum standards
• availability or uninterrupted service

9.2 limitation of liability

marki shall not be liable for:

• academic consequences from ai usage
• errors in ai-generated markschemes or feedback
• misuse of ai tools by users
• reliance on ai for critical academic decisions
• any indirect or consequential damages

9.3 indemnification

users agree to indemnify marki against claims arising from:

• misuse of ai-generated content
• violation of academic integrity policies
• inappropriate reliance on ai assessments
• breach of institutional guidelines

10. ethical considerations

10.1 bias awareness

users should be aware that ai systems may exhibit:

• unintended biases in evaluation
• cultural or linguistic preferences
• subject matter biases
• inconsistent treatment of diverse perspectives

10.2 fairness and equity

we strive to:

• minimize bias in ai algorithms
• provide equitable service to all users
• regularly audit ai performance for fairness
• address identified biases promptly

11. feedback and reporting

11.1 user feedback

we encourage users to report:

• significant errors in ai marking
• inappropriate or concerning ai responses
• technical issues with ai features
• suggestions for improvement

11.2 contact for ai concerns

for ai-related issues or questions, contact:

• email: antoinekllee@gmail.com
• include specific examples when reporting errors
• allow 48-72 hours for investigation

12. updates to ai capabilities

12.1 service evolution

as our ai technology evolves:

• new features may be added
• existing capabilities may change
• accuracy levels may improve
• usage guidelines may be updated

12.2 notification of changes

we will notify users of significant changes through:

• platform announcements
• email notifications
• updates to this disclaimer
• in-app notifications

13. consent and acceptance

by using marki's ai features, you:

• accept the limitations described herein
• agree to use ai tools responsibly
• understand the supplementary nature of ai assistance
• acknowledge your verification responsibilities

14. governing principles

our ai development and deployment are guided by:

• educational best practices
• ethical ai principles
• user privacy and safety
• continuous improvement
• transparency in limitations

15. contact information

for questions about this ai disclaimer or our ai services: