Would your teacher know
you used AI?
Learn the 10 patterns that give AI writing away, how to self-check before you submit, and which prompts help you fix them.
Part 1
12 signs your writing sounds like AI
Tap each card to see the human version and why it works better.
Transition word overload
"Furthermore, it is evident that Singapore's education system has led to numerous positive outcomes. Moreover, students have benefited in various ways. Additionally, the government must continue to invest accordingly."
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Opening that argues nothing
"In today's rapidly changing world, the question of whether examinations are a fair measure of ability has become increasingly relevant and important to consider."
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Fake balance instead of a real argument
"On one hand, national service builds character and discipline. On the other hand, some argue that two years is too long. Both perspectives have merit and must be carefully considered."
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Vague examples with no specifics
"Many countries have implemented various policies to address income inequality, with differing levels of success across different regions."
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Compulsory rule of three
"The Great Depression was caused by three main factors: first, the stock market crash; second, bank failures; and third, government policy failures."
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Conclusion that just repeats the essay
"In conclusion, it is clear from the points discussed above that the Cold War had significant causes and consequences that shaped the modern world in many important ways."
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No argument, just description
"Demand-pull inflation occurs when aggregate demand exceeds aggregate supply. This can be caused by increased consumer spending, government expenditure, or export demand."
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Hollow academic vocabulary
"Students must leverage synergistic learning approaches to facilitate holistic academic development and optimise their utilisation of available educational resources."
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Every sentence the same length
"Lady Macbeth is a complex character. She manipulates Macbeth into action. She shows ambition throughout the play. She later feels guilt for her actions. Shakespeare uses her to explore gender roles."
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No Singapore context in a Singapore exam
"Education systems around the world face the challenge of balancing academic rigour with student wellbeing, as seen in various developed nations."
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Endless hedging that kills the argument
"It could be argued that some historians might suggest there is a possibility that appeasement could potentially have contributed to the outbreak of World War II in certain ways."
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Every paragraph the same weight
"[Five paragraphs, each four sentences, each starting with a topic sentence, each ending with a linking sentence. Technically correct. Completely forgettable.]"
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Part 2
Full paragraph: before and after
Same argument. Very different result.
"In today's rapidly changing world, the question of whether examinations are the best way to assess students has become increasingly important. On one hand, examinations provide a standardised way to measure student ability. On the other hand, some argue that they create unnecessary stress. Both perspectives have merit. In conclusion, while examinations have limitations, they remain an important part of the education system and steps should be taken to address their shortcomings."
Part 3
Quick self-check
Tick everything that applies to your essay right now.
Part 4
Self-check tools
All free. No signup needed for basic use.
How to use it
- 1Go to gptzero.me — no account needed for basic use
- 2Paste your paragraph or full essay
- 3Look at the highlighted sentences — red = high AI probability
- 4Focus on fixing the red sentences first, not rewriting everything
How to read the score
0–20%
Looks good
20–50%
Some sentences need rework
50%+
Significant rewrite needed
Prompt to fix flagged sentences
Read this paragraph. Which sentences sound like they were written by AI? For each flagged sentence, explain specifically why it sounds artificial, then suggest a more human-sounding rewrite that keeps the same argument.
Part 5
What teachers notice
Detection tools are only part of the picture.
Sudden improvement
A student whose previous essays scored B3 suddenly submits something at A1 level — with no development in between. Teachers notice.
Zero errors
Real students make mistakes. An essay with perfect grammar, no comma splices, and zero typos from a student who usually has ten per page is suspicious.
Examples that are too perfect
AI defaults to well-known international examples. A student who cites Denmark's welfare model but can't name the current Singapore Education Minister raises questions.
No personal voice
Your teacher has read dozens of your essays. They know how you write. An essay that sounds like nobody is the biggest tell of all.
MOE's position: Using AI to learn and improve your writing is encouraged. Submitting AI-generated work as your own without acknowledgement violates academic integrity policies. This page is about understanding AI writing patterns — not bypassing detection tools.