Unit 1: Academic Ethics
True or False: Plagiarism only applies to copying words; using someone else's ideas without credit is fine.
False. Plagiarism includes both words and ideas/concepts.
This non-verbal technique involves looking at the top of students' heads to appear confident when nervous.
Looking at the top of their heads (masking nervousness while appearing to maintain eye contact)
In the CRAAP test, this criterion refers to the timeliness of the information.
Currency
This fruit is botanically classified as a berry, while the strawberry is not.
What is a banana? (or watermelon/pumpkin)
This is my absolute go-to beverage to survive early morning classes.
What is sweet americano?
This term describes reusing your own previous work without citation, which is still considered academic misconduct.
Self-plagiarism
True or False: Teachers should always use the "power triangle" (eyes to forehead) instead of the "friendly triangle" during class.
False. Friendly triangle (eyes to lips) is preferred; power triangle is for appearing powerful, but friendly is better for classroom connection.
True or False: Credibility is an objective attribute of a source, not a subjective perception.
False. Credibility is subjective — the receiver's perception of believability.
This famous ancient Egyptian queen lived closer in time to the Moon landing than to the building of the Great Pyramids.
Who is Cleopatra?
When I’m not grading papers or teaching, you can usually find me doing this hobby or activity.
What is journaling/scrapbooking/reading?
Name two of the main reasons students cheat mentioned in Unit 1 (e.g., pressure, technology).
Competitive environment/pressure; Technology makes it easy; Short-term thinking; Low self-esteem; Ignorance/confusion about rules (Any 2)
Name two types of public speaking mentioned in Unit 2 besides Persuasive Speaking.
Informative Speaking; Entertaining Speaking
This heuristic means users believe a source is credible because other people they know have given it a good rating.
Endorsement heuristic
This country is home to the world’s shortest commercial flight, which takes just 1 to 2 minutes.
What is Scotland? (or the United Kingdom)
This is the speaciality where I got my bachelor's degree
What is Oriental Studies?
True or False: The manual states that academic honesty policies should act merely as "police" rather than creating a culture of integrity.
False. The intent is not merely to be police, but to create a culture/climate conducive to honesty.
What is the recommended stance for a teacher to avoid looking weak or slouched?
Stand with one foot slightly in front of the other, weight on balls of feet, chest lifted slightly
Before the internet era, these entities acted as "gatekeepers" ensuring quality control in publishing.
Traditional publishing houses
The shortest war in history lasted only 38 minutes.
Between the United Kingdom and the Zanzibar Sultanate on August 27, 1896.
This is my biggest classroom pet peeve
What is using AI?
According to the text, what is the most effective way to prevent cheating beyond just punishment?
Actively promote academic integrity AND effectively confront students who do cheat (comprehensive approach).
This vocal exercise by Cecily Berry helps develop diaphragm support: Breathe in so ribs are open, then count to six aloud on that breath.
Diaphragmatic breathing / Counting to six aloud exercise
Name three of the five cognitive heuristics identified in the text for assessing online credibility.
Reputation, Endorsement, Consistency, Expectancy Violation, Persuasive Intent (Any 3)
This marine animal has three hearts, blue blood, and is highly intelligent.
What is an octopus?
Facts/interests that doesn't match my visuals
any