Introduction
At the center of higher education EDI is academic integrity, which incorporates honesty, fairness, and respect for intellectual property. It encompasses maintaining integrity in all academic pursuits, whether it be in classes or research.
SelfPraxis → Foundational Tenets of Academic Integrity
Academic Integrity: To be honest in every academic activity performed by you – from an assignment to an exam to research.
Responsibility: No short cuts, you have put the time and effort into making a quality piece of work
Respect: Respecting others’ intellectual property and crediting them for their contributions.
Equity: Providing all students with fair and equal treatment.
Frequent breaches of academic integrity
The best way to avoid plagiarism is by giving credit where it is due.
Dishonest actions: Cheating in tests or in task
Falsificación: Inventar datos o información.
Sabotaging Others Work: Specifically working to hinder fellow students work.
Self-Plagiarism: Handing in work you have already submitted.
The Importance of Academic Integrity
Maintains the Integrity of Education: Guarantees that degrees and certificates are awarded for meaningful accomplishment.
Encourages critical thinking: You can original thought processes and intellectual curiosity
Nurtures Trust: Develops trust among students, professors and institutions.
Protecting the reputation of the academic institution: Preserving the reputation of the college.
How to Maintain Academic Integrity
Understanding academic expectations — know what the policies are and your institution’s academic integrity policy.
Properly Cite Sources – Be sure to properly cite all of the work.
Do Not Engage in Academic Dishonesty: No cheating, plagiarism or other forms of academic misconduct.
Asking for Help: Do not feel ashamed to ask from the instructor or academic support services (roaming around) they might actually save a lot of stress and time.
Lead by example and encourage others to stay true in their studies.
As such, students who cultivate a heart and spirit of academic integrity can build a solid foundation for the remaining years of their academic lives as well as the professional realm. But remember, academic integrity is not merely part of manor follow guidelines for the sake of it but striving to be ethical and honest in your journey of learning.
