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Privacy & Cookies<\/h2>

Your privacy matters. This website is designed primarily to share information about my teaching, research, publications, professional activities, and other academic and creative work. I do not sell personal information collected through this website.<\/p>

Information You Provide<\/h3>

You may voluntarily provide personal information when you contact me through a form, send an email, subscribe to updates, or otherwise communicate through the website.<\/p>

Depending on the feature used, this information may include your:<\/p>

  • Name<\/li>
  • Email address<\/li>
  • Message or inquiry<\/li>
  • Other information you choose to provide<\/li><\/ul>

    Information submitted through the website is used only for the purpose for which it was provided, such as responding to an inquiry or providing requested information.<\/p>

    Information Collected Automatically<\/h3>

    Like most websites, this site and its hosting or analytics services may automatically collect limited technical information about visits to the site. This may include information such as:<\/p>

    • Browser and device type<\/li>
    • Operating system<\/li>
    • Approximate geographic region<\/li>
    • Referring website<\/li>
    • Pages visited<\/li>
    • Date and time of access<\/li>
    • General website usage information<\/li><\/ul>

      This information helps me understand how visitors use the website and identify ways to improve its content, accessibility, organization, and performance.<\/p>

      Analytics<\/h3>

      This website may use website analytics tools to understand general patterns of site use. Analytics data is used in aggregate to evaluate website traffic and performance and is not used by me to personally identify individual visitors.<\/p>

      Depending on the services used by the website, analytics providers may collect information according to their own privacy policies.<\/p>

      Cookies<\/h3>

      This website may use cookies or similar technologies that allow the website and third-party services to function properly.<\/p>

      Cookies may be used for purposes such as:<\/p>

      • Maintaining website functionality<\/li>
      • Remembering visitor preferences<\/li>
      • Measuring website traffic and performance<\/li>
      • Supporting embedded content or third-party services<\/li><\/ul>

        Your browser provides controls that allow you to restrict or delete cookies. Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of some website features.<\/p>

        Embedded and Third-Party Content<\/h3>

        Some pages may include content provided by external services, such as videos, publication platforms, social media, document viewers, or other embedded resources. Those services may collect information about your interaction with their content according to their own privacy practices.<\/p>

        Links to external websites are provided for convenience and informational purposes. I am not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.<\/p>

        Data Sharing<\/h3>

        I do not sell personal information.<\/p>

        Information may be processed by service providers necessary to operate the website, including web-hosting providers, security services, analytics providers, or other technical platforms used to maintain the site.<\/p>

        Data Retention<\/h3>

        Information voluntarily submitted through the website is retained only as long as reasonably necessary for the purpose for which it was provided or as otherwise required for legitimate professional, administrative, or legal purposes.<\/p>

        Changes to This Policy<\/h3>

        This privacy statement may be updated periodically as the website, technology, or services used by the site change. The most current version will appear on this page.<\/p>

        Questions About Privacy<\/h3>

        Questions or concerns regarding privacy on this website may be directed to:<\/p>

        Jason S. Wrench<\/strong>
        email@jasonswrench.com<\/p>

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        Accessibility Statement<\/h2>

        I am committed to making this website accessible to the widest possible audience, including people with disabilities.<\/p>

        Accessibility is an ongoing process rather than a one-time technical requirement. As the website evolves, I work to consider accessibility in its content, structure, design, navigation, and use of media.<\/p>

        Accessibility Goals<\/h3>

        This website is developed with the goal of following recognized accessibility practices and, where reasonably possible, conforming with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)<\/strong> at Level AA.<\/p>

        Accessibility practices may include:<\/p>

        • Providing alternative text for meaningful images<\/li>
        • Using descriptive headings and logical page structure<\/li>
        • Maintaining sufficient color contrast<\/li>
        • Supporting keyboard navigation<\/li>
        • Using meaningful link text<\/li>
        • Providing captions or transcripts when appropriate<\/li>
        • Avoiding unnecessary reliance on color alone to communicate information<\/li>
        • Designing content to remain understandable at different screen sizes and levels of magnification<\/li>
        • Using accessible document formats whenever reasonably possible<\/li><\/ul>

          Third-Party Content<\/h3>

          Some portions of the website may rely on external platforms, embedded media, publication services, social media, plugins, or other third-party technologies.<\/p>

          Although I work to select and use these services responsibly, I may not control every aspect of their accessibility.<\/p>

          Documents and Archived Materials<\/h3>

          The site may contain older publications, presentations, PDFs, teaching materials, or archived resources that were originally created before current accessibility practices were widely adopted.<\/p>

          When feasible, newer materials are created with accessibility in mind. If you encounter an older resource that creates an accessibility barrier, please contact me so that I can work with you to identify a reasonable alternative.<\/p>

          Reporting an Accessibility Barrier<\/h3>

          If you experience difficulty accessing any part of this website, I welcome feedback.<\/p>

          Please include:<\/p>

          • The page or resource you were trying to access<\/li>
          • A brief description of the problem<\/li>
          • The type of assistive technology or browser involved, if relevant<\/li>
          • The format or alternative that would be most useful to you, when applicable<\/li><\/ul>

            Accessibility concerns may be directed to:<\/p>

            Jason S. Wrench<\/strong>
            email@jasonswrench.com<\/p>

            I will make a reasonable effort to address accessibility concerns or provide the requested information in another accessible format.<\/p>

            Continuous Improvement<\/h3>

            Technology, accessibility standards, and web practices continue to evolve. This statement reflects an ongoing commitment to improving accessibility rather than a claim that every element of the website is free from accessibility barriers.<\/p>

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            Copyright, Open Licensing & Disclaimer<\/h2>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n
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            This website brings together several different kinds of work, including scholarly publications, teaching resources, open educational materials, books, professional materials, creative projects, and other original content. Because ownership and licensing differ across these materials, not everything appearing on this website is governed by the same copyright terms.<\/p>

            Original Website Content<\/h3>

            Unless otherwise indicated, original text and other content created specifically for this website are protected by copyright.<\/p>

            \u00a9 Jason S. Wrench. All rights reserved unless otherwise noted.<\/strong><\/p>

            You are welcome to link to publicly available pages on this website and to quote limited portions of material consistent with applicable copyright law and appropriate scholarly attribution.<\/p>

            Scholarly Publications<\/h3>

            Journal articles, book chapters, books, conference materials, and other scholarly publications may be subject to copyright or licensing agreements held by publishers, professional associations, coauthors, or other third parties.<\/p>

            The presence of a publication, citation, abstract, excerpt, or link on this website does not alter the copyright status of the original work.<\/p>

            Visitors should consult the publication itself or the publisher for applicable reuse rights.<\/p>

            Open Educational Resources<\/h3>

            Some educational materials available through or linked from this website are released under Creative Commons or other open licenses<\/strong>.<\/p>

            When an individual resource includes a Creative Commons license, the terms of that license govern reuse of that resource.<\/p>

            The specific license will be identified on the resource whenever applicable.<\/p>

            An open license attached to one resource should not be interpreted as applying to unrelated materials elsewhere on this website.<\/p>

            Books and Creative Works<\/h3>

            Books, fiction, trade publications, cover materials, promotional copy, and other creative works may be subject to separate copyright and licensing arrangements.<\/p>

            Unless a particular work explicitly states otherwise, these materials should be considered all rights reserved<\/strong>.<\/p>

            Images and Third-Party Materials<\/h3>

            Some images, logos, quotations, publication covers, embedded media, or other materials appearing on this site may be owned by third parties or used under license, permission, fair use, open licensing, or other applicable terms.<\/p>

            Copyright in third-party materials remains with the respective rights holder.<\/p>

            Permission Requests<\/h3>

            Questions concerning reuse, permissions, or licensing of materials that I control may be directed to:<\/p>

            Jason S. Wrench<\/strong>
            [Email Address]<\/p>

            Please identify the specific work and describe the intended use.<\/p>

            Professional and Institutional Disclaimer<\/h2>

            This is my personal professional website.<\/p>

            The scholarship, commentary, educational materials, creative works, opinions, and other content presented here represent my own work and perspectives unless otherwise stated.<\/p>

            They should not be interpreted as official statements, policies, positions, or endorsements of SUNY New Paltz, the State University of New York, or any other institution or organization with which I am affiliated<\/strong>.<\/p>

            References to institutional affiliations are provided for professional identification and context.<\/p>

            Course Information<\/h3>

            Materials related to courses may be shared on this website for informational, archival, or educational purposes.<\/p>

            Official course requirements, schedules, assignment instructions, deadlines, policies, and grading information are determined by the materials provided to students for the current course offering through the appropriate institutional systems.<\/p>

            If information on this website differs from the current syllabus or official course platform, the materials provided for the current course take precedence.<\/p>

            External Links<\/h3>

            Links to external websites, publications, organizations, products, or services are provided for informational purposes and do not necessarily constitute endorsement.<\/p>

            I am not responsible for the accuracy, availability, accessibility, privacy practices, or content of external websites.<\/p>

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            Artificial Intelligence Transparency Statement<\/h2>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n
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            Artificial intelligence is increasingly integrated into the tools used to write, design, publish, research, communicate, and create digital content. Website platforms, search engines, productivity software, design applications, editing tools, and other everyday technologies now routinely incorporate AI-assisted features.<\/p>

            I believe transparency about the use of these technologies is more useful than pretending they can or should be entirely separated from contemporary digital work.<\/p>

            Human-Authored Content<\/h3>

            The substantive written content published on this website under my name is human-authored<\/strong>.<\/p>

            This includes my discussion of:<\/p>

            • Teaching and pedagogy<\/li>
            • Research and scholarship<\/li>
            • Academic publications<\/li>
            • Professional activities<\/li>
            • Open educational resources<\/li>
            • Commentary and professional perspectives<\/li>
            • Books and creative projects<\/li>
            • Biographical and professional information<\/li><\/ul>

              The ideas, arguments, interpretations, scholarly positions, and professional judgments presented as my own represent my work and my responsibility.<\/p>

              AI-Assisted Tools<\/h3>

              Artificial intelligence tools may be used as part of the broader production process surrounding this website and my professional work.<\/p>

              These uses may include assistance with activities such as:<\/p>

              • Brainstorming or exploring possibilities<\/li>
              • Editing and proofreading<\/li>
              • Formatting<\/li>
              • Website development<\/li>
              • Accessibility support<\/li>
              • Image modification or generation<\/li>
              • Graphic design<\/li>
              • Promotional materials<\/li>
              • Marketing assets<\/li>
              • Social media materials<\/li>
              • Technical troubleshooting<\/li>
              • Other routine production tasks<\/li><\/ul>

                In many cases, AI capabilities are incorporated directly into software platforms and tools rather than used as separate applications.<\/p>

                Images and Promotional Materials<\/h3>

                Some promotional materials, graphics, images, or other visual assets associated with my academic or creative work may have been created or modified with the assistance of generative artificial intelligence or AI-enabled design tools<\/strong>.<\/p>

                AI-assisted production of a promotional or visual asset should not be interpreted as AI authorship of the underlying scholarly, educational, or creative work being represented.<\/p>

                Responsibility for Published Material<\/h3>

                Regardless of which tools are used during production, I remain responsible for material published under my name.<\/p>

                AI-generated suggestions or outputs are not treated as inherently authoritative. Materials intended to communicate factual, scholarly, or professional claims are reviewed and evaluated before publication.<\/p>

                Scholarship and Attribution<\/h3>

                The use of AI tools does not replace appropriate attribution to human scholars, authors, creators, or sources.<\/p>

                When scholarly claims rely on published research, the relevant scholarship should be cited rather than attributing the information to an AI system that summarized or reproduced it.<\/p>

                Similarly, when the use or disclosure of artificial intelligence is governed by a publisher, institution, conference, research protocol, or other professional standard, the requirements applicable to that work take precedence over this general website statement.<\/p>

                An Evolving Practice<\/h3>

                The capabilities and uses of artificial intelligence are changing rapidly. My own practices will continue to evolve alongside changes in technology, scholarship, education, professional standards, and ethical expectations.<\/p>

                This statement may therefore be revised periodically to reflect those developments.<\/p>

                My general principle is straightforward:<\/p>

                Technology may assist in the process, but authorship, judgment, responsibility, and accountability remain human.<\/strong><\/p>

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