Promoting Academic Integrity and Student Rights & Responsibilities

Academic IntegrityStudent Rights and Responsibilities

Material developed by Tim Korb, Peter Hirst, and Jeff StefancicFacilitators introduce themselves

1Session Topics Academic integrity expectationsThe Student Bill of Rights Common academic integrity violationsStrategies for avoiding violationsAcademic dishonesty consequences

Review Session Objectives 2Joining a Community of Scholars Ethical conduct is a core value Honesty and ethical values are expected both inside and outside of the classroom

As Boilermakers we insist that the objectives of student learning are not compromised. We uphold, promote, and hold one another accountable to our Honor Code.

Review what it means to be entering a community of scholars at Purdue University. High behavioral expectations are in place both in and out of the classroom. Reference Purdue University Honor Code:

http://www.purdue.edu/studentregulations/student_conduct/codeofhonor.html

The purpose of the Purdue University academic community is to discover and disseminate truth. In order to achieve these goals, the university commits itself towards maintaining a culture of academic integrity and honesty. For this to be possible, self-discipline and a strong desire to benefit others must be present within each individual. Therefore, we students must follow the Regulations Governing Student Conduct of Purdue University out of a sense of mutual respect, rather than out of fear of the consequences of their violation.

3Why Does Integrity Matter? Affects learning and understanding of materialKey characteristic employers look for in job candidatesSevere consequences for engaging in academic misconduct

Integrity requires making a commitment to yourself, to your peers, and to Purdue University.

During this slide, it would be important to stress that the topic of academic integrity has been a significant issue of discussion with faculty recently and that faculty are being more vigilant about confronting issues.

Integrity is a key employment factor post graduation

Review examples of not having integrity:

This recent publication of the Pavela report, highlights the Steven Glass case in the Supreme Court of California:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Y0IMYhZrxcfWKrpw3GL-NOTfiLGuzzEAIhQniqq1PCQ/edit?usp=sharing&pli=1

Also, this quote referenced in the document is a good reminder for young researchers and scientists:

E.O. Wilson (University Professor Emeritus at Harvard University and winner of the National Medal of Science)

You will make mistakes. Try not to make big onesA simple error in reporting a conclusion will be forgiven if publically corrected. But never, ever will fraud be forgiven. The penalty is professional death; exile; never again to be trusted.

4What are my Rights? Purdue University has an articulated Bill of Student Rights:

Accurately and plainly stated information to understand course expectations and policies.Freedom to discuss and express views relevant to subject matter of the course.Course grade based on academic performance.

The Student Bill of Rights is found here: https://www.purdue.edu/studentregulations/student_conduct/studentrights.html

Totals 21 separate articles. Three are highlighted on this slide and next. 5WHAT is Academic Misconduct?Purdue University prohibits dishonesty in connection with any University activity.

Cheating, plagiarism, or knowingly furnishing false information to the University are examples of dishonesty.

This includes aiding or abetting another person in any of these actions.This language is directly from the Purdue University Regulations on Student Conduct.

**NOTE: Point out to students this includes aiding or abetting another student in doing any of these actions (ex: dont try to cover to be a good friend)6Common Examples of Academic MisconductPlagiarismUsing, obtaining, or possessing unauthorized aids or assistanceSubmitting, without permission, work that has been previously submitted in another courseEngaging in collaboration or group work without authorizationAltering and resubmitting work for re-grading Copying someone elses workPosting to web sites or sharing course information (old tests, homeworks, answers, etc.) without authorization from the instructor.

These are some of the most common examples we see in OSRR. Presenters may also add other forms of academic misconduct that they have seen during their time at the university.

**NOTE: Helping another student do any of these actions is also an academic integrity violation

7Understanding Plagiarism

Play video.

Video is attributed to Bainbridge State College. 8How can the Writing Lab help?"Many of you have heard about the Purdue OWL, which provides resources about writing online. But now that youre students at Purdue, you can use the Writing Lab, where trained tutors will provide advice for any kind of writing project, in any stage of the writing process. You can get help with starting a project, revising your paper, and avoiding plagiarism. The Writing Lab is free and available to all writers. Even graduate students and faculty use the Writing Lab because they know that having a second set of eyes can really improve a paper. Please visit the Writing Lab website for a list of services and hours of operation."

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"Many of you have heard about the Purdue OWL, which provides resources about writing online. But now that youre students at Purdue, you can use the Writing Lab, where trained tutors will provide advice for any kind of writing project, in any stage of the writing process. You can get help with starting a project, revising your paper, and avoiding plagiarism. The Writing Lab is free and available to all writers. Even graduate students and faculty use the Writing Lab because they know that having a second set of eyes can really improve a paper. Please visit the Writing Lab website for a list of services and hours of operation.

For Faculty to see before presenting:

"The Writing Lab is a resource for all writers at Purdue University, not just first year students or poor writers. We help writers in any stage of the writing process, from drafting to revising to polishing. We offer a collaborative approach to work with students where they are and help them make decisions about how best to improve. We dont simply correct or proofread grammar. We also work with any type of writing project, including discipline-specific writing. For more information, please visit our FAQs for faculty athttps://owl.english.purdue.edu/writinglab/facultyfaq. Our FAQs for students can also be helpful:https://owl.english.purdue.edu/writinglab/policies. This Youtube video is a helpful resource that describes exactly what we do: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJhVpkO7VtU&index=3&list=PL9C5Gc2Rka0ZBIhwfIixhMplnHoBXqKAf. Faculty are encouraged to contact us for more information about the Writing Lab and the OWL."

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Purdue OWL contains resources for looking up information and face to face lab information. Most Popular resources APA or MLA formatting, how to avoid plagiarism, examples of citing things properly, etc.

Purdue Online Writing Lab is different than the Writing Lab. One is online and one is in person. 11Plagiarism isTaking the words, thoughts, ideas, or concepts of another and claiming them as your own.Using exact language from a book, magazine, or web site, of someone else, without giving attributionUsing someone elses ideas without acknowledgementSubmitting someone elses work as your own

**We look for plagiarism by using SafeAssign, a plagiarism software. Others used are Course Hero or Study Soup.NOTE: Warn them that copying lines of code in a computer science or ECE course is plagiarism.

12How To Avoid Plagiarism Understand the expectations of your faculty memberBuy a style guide for your discipline (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc)Use a variety of resources to gather and assimilate informationKeep multiple drafts of your work When in doubt, give credit to the source

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Example of citing a research paper or any other document

As a final reminder, go in and have customized help on your writing project! Use our resources! 14Why Does Cheating Occur?Students feel pressure to achieve good gradesProcrastination and poor time managementIt is the easy way outEveryone else is doing itBelief that faculty member does not careUnaware of the consequences

Depending on audience size, facilitators may solicit other reasons from students in attendance. 15Unauthorized Collaboration Working with others without the specific permission of the instructor on assignments that will be submitted for a grade.

This includes take home exams, papers, laboratory and homework assignments, online and in-class course work.

If you are in doubt if collaboration is allowed, ask the instructor!

Review the concepts of individual work vs. group work. Group work is allowed on an assignment by assignment basis.Students have the responsibility to ask if collaboration is allowed when in doubt.

With no instructor physically present temptation to violate standards of academic integrity is potentially stronger (eg online courses). Dont do it!

Yesterday, you heard about Academic Expectations and the importance of communicating proactively with your instructor. Check the syllabus and TALK to them about what they expect.16Possible Disciplinary Actions Faculty member may take punitive action including failing the assignment or the class.Additional University Actions:Verbal or Written WarningEducational AssignmentsDisciplinary ProbationProbated SuspensionSuspensionExpulsion

**Being placed on probation or probated suspension may result in a limitation of privileges including:Not being able to hold leadership positions in clubs and organizationsBeing restricted from participating in study abroad programsIneligibly for some scholarships

Suspension and Expulsion, while rare, does occur for academic misconduct cases. Expulsion is a permanent removal of the student from the university. Suspension is a temporary removal (typically 1-4 semesters) where after that time the student can petition to return.

Examples of Educational Assignments include:

Reflective Writing Assignments Ethical Development Seminar Community ServiceFollow up meetings with the Dean of Students Office or other University Offices

17What if I see someone being Academically Dishonest? Report it!

Talk to your instructor, TA, or the Office of the Dean of Students.

Facilitators may offer other tips. Everyone within the Purdue University has a responsibility to promote academic integrity.

In conclusion-Some stats from the student integrity survey we did last spring (Spring 14) might be good to work in. Examples: 80% of students would be disappointed in themselves if they cheated85% said that family members would be disappointed if a student cheated 85% said integrity was an important part of a quality education at Purdue

18Where Can I Get Help? Office of the Dean of StudentsOffice of Student Rights and ResponsibilitiesSCHL 50(765) 494-1250osrr@purdue.eduhttp://www.purdue.edu/odos

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