Definitions
What is academic integrity?
Commitment to honesty, trust, fairness, respect, and responsibility in academic work
Does Bentley take academic integrity extremely seriously?
Yes!
What is plagiarism?
The act of using someone else's work or ideas without proper attribution
True or False: You will only get an F on the assignment if you plagiarize
False (There are many other things that can happen)
Submitting a paper you found online as your own is an example of what?
Plagiarism
What is plagiarism?
The act of using someone else's work or ideas without proper attribution
What are common sanctions for academic dishonesty?
Assignment failure, course failure, suspension, or expulsion
What is an example of direct plagiarism?
Copying a passage from a book or article word-for-word without quotation marks or citation
True or False: AI usage is acceptable for every assignment at Bentley
False (Some professors do not allow AI at all)
Using unauthorized notes during an exam is known as?
Cheating
What is the Bentley Honor Code?
A promise made by students to act honorably and adhere to the principles of academic integrity
What is "contract cheating"?
Purchasing a paper or assignment from someone else, undermining your education
How can you avoid unintentional plagiarism?
Taking thorough notes, properly paraphrasing, and consistently citing sources
True or False: It's acceptable to collaborate on all assignments.
False (Collaboration depends on the specific assignment guidelines; some assignments may require individual work)
Copying another student’s homework is an example of?
Collusion
What does "illicit collaboration" mean?
Sharing or receiving information related to assignments or projects when it is prohibited by the instructor
What should you do if you’re unsure about using AI in your work?
Check your syllabus and consult your professor for clarification
What is the purpose of citations?
To give credit to original authors and allow readers to locate the sources of information
True or False: Paraphrasing requires a citation.
True (Even if you rephrase someone else's ideas, you still need to cite the original source)
What is considered "cheating on exams"?
any action that gives an unfair advantage during an exam, such as using unauthorized materials, looking at another student’s paper, or obtaining questions in advance
What is information sharing?
Innumerable documents on a host of subjects that are posted on the internet for the purpose of being shared
Why is maintaining academic integrity important for your degree’s value?
It ensures that you genuinely earn your grades and uphold the reputation of Bentley as a school that graduates ethical professionals
What is the most common type of plagiarism in colleges?
Paraphrasing Plagarism
True or False: You can't plagiarize your own work.
False (Submitting your own previous work for a new assignment without permission is called self-plagiarism)
Asking a friend to take an exam for you is an example of?
Impersonation