Academic Integrity

1. Introduction: Def Academc Integrity

1.1. "The most frequently observed form of academic dishonesty is plagiarism. Plagiarism is the adoption or incorporation of another’s ideas without proper attribution of the source." APUS Academic Dishonesty Policy

2. Citing your sources

2.1. "A common misconception exists on what action constitute plagiarism and whether engaging in plagiarism and other forms of academic dishonesty is a a major breech of ethics." - Plagiarism and academic integrity

3. Age of Technology Information

3.1. "Of all the student exposed to an honesty pledge, 16.8% cheated, and of those students endorsing a check mark or typed pledge, 13.2% and 14% cheated, respectively."- Online Academic Integrity

4. Conclusion: Integrity

4.1. Integrity is to do the right things even when no one is watching - US Army

4.1.1. "Studies have found that "mature" students are less likely to recognize acts of academic misconduct and report cheating compared with younger students." - Pharmacy Students' Interpretation of Academic Integrity