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College of Business and Computer Information Systems

Policies & Procedures

Student Expectations

Resources

Student Orientation

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Introduction-Academic Integrity

• Being Honest:
• Academic integrity means telling the truth in all aspects of schoolwork.
• It's about not lying or cheating to get good grades.
• Using Your Own Words:
• When you write or answer questions, it's important to use your own ideas and words.
• Copying from others without giving credit is not honest.
• Giving Credit:
• If you use information from books, websites, or friends, you must give them credit.
• This is done by citing sources to show where you got your information.
• Doing Your Own Work:
• Completing assignments and projects by yourself showcases your understanding and skills.
• Sharing or copying someone else's work is not fair or honest.

• Respecting Rules:
• Following the rules set by instructors and the college is a part of academic integrity.
• This includes understanding and respecting the guidelines for tests, quizzes, and assignments.
• Taking Responsibility:
• If you make a mistake, it's important to admit it and learn from it.
• Blaming others or copying to avoid consequences is not being academically honest.
• Understanding Consequences:
• Not being honest in your academic work can lead to serious consequences.
• It can affect your grades, reputation, and future opportunities.
• Developing Good Habits:
• Building a habit of honesty in school helps you develop strong character.
• It sets a foundation for success in both academics and life.

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Examples of Academic Dishonesty

• Plagiarism:
• Submitting someone else's work, ideas, or words as your own without proper citation is a clear violation of academic integrity. This includes copying text from sources without attribution, whether from books, articles, or online content.
• Cheating During Exams and Assignments:
• Using unauthorized materials, such as cheat sheets, notes, or electronic devices during exams, goes against academic integrity. Additionally, communicating with others or accessing external resources without permission undermines the fairness of the evaluation process.
• This includes using third-party websites to share assignments, post quizzes, or obtain such documents from previous students.
• AI-Generated Assignments, Discussion Boards, Essays, Final Projects or Code:
• Employing artificial intelligence to generate essays, code, or any academic work constitutes a breach of academic integrity. Submitting work produced by AI is considered dishonest and undermines the educational process.

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• Avoiding Plagiarism

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Using Technology Ethically

Here is an example of technology being used unethically. The student is using a website or article to complete an assignment, discussion board, or project. All academic works should represent only the student’s original thoughts and in their own words.

Quick Fix: read the article and then paraphrase the important details into your own words and cite the article or website.

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This graphic taken from:

Peterson, K., McMillin, L., & Nelsen, K. (n.d.). Giving credit and citing sources 101. UMN Libraries Adventure. https://pressbooks.umn.edu/umnlibadventure/chapter/17-citing-sources-101/

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Giving Credit

• Giving credit to academic sources, including articles and websites, is a fundamental practice in scholarly writing.
• Proper citation acknowledges the original authors and provides readers with a pathway to access the referenced material.
• It not only upholds academic integrity but also contributes to the transparency and credibility of the research by demonstrating a thorough engagement with existing scholarship.

A general rule of thumb is that no more than fifteen percent of your paper should be quoted material. Therefore, when you can convey the idea just as effectively in your own words through the use of summary or paraphrase, do so.

• Cheating During Exams or Assignments

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Using Technology Ethically

Here is an example of technology being used unethically. The student is using other student’s work to complete an assignment, discussion board, or project. All academic works should represent only the student’s original thoughts and in their own words.

• Collusion: is defined as “the unauthorized collaboration with another person or by any other means, including artificial intelligence (AI) and computer translators, in preparing work for fulfillment of course requirements.” Using AI like (ChatGPT or Google Gemini) to create a document is considered colluding. The use of Artificial Intelligence on specific assignments is at the discretion of the instructor.
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• Using AI Effectively and Ethically

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Using Technology Ethically

Here is an example of the Grammarly App being used ethically. The student can use the suggestions for spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and grammar without changing the actual words used in the student’s voice.

Using Technology Ethically

Here is an example of the Grammarly App being used unethically. The student used AI to revise the original word choice. This changes the assignment from student voice, to AI generated content.

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Using Technology Ethically

Here is an example of the ChatGPT App being used ethically. The student can use the suggestions to create an academic essay in the student’s voice, while utilizing the outline provided by AI.

Using Technology Ethically

Here is an example of the ChatGPT App being used unethically. The essay does not reflect any of the student’s voice or their ideas. This assignment does not reflect any knowledge of the materials covered in the course, and does not demonstrate learning.

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• Consequences

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Possible Consequences

• Exempt Assignment: The first-time offense may result in the student receiving a grade of zero or an exemption for the particular assignment or exam in question.
• Mandatory Tutoring: In addition to other consequences, students may be required to attend a one-hour tutoring session on academic integrity, emphasizing the importance of ethical conduct.
• Academic Warning: Subsequent violations might lead to an official academic warning, alerting the student about the severity of the breach and emphasizing the importance of adherence to academic integrity.
• Grade Penalty: Continued violations may incur a grade penalty for the entire course, impacting the student's overall academic performance.
• Course Failure: Repeated offenses could result in the student failing the course, requiring them to retake the class for credit.
• Academic Probation: Persistent violations might lead to academic probation, placing the student on a monitored status within the institution.
• Program Suspension: In some cases, students may face suspension from their academic program, temporarily halting their progress toward a degree.
• Expulsion: Severe and repeated violations could lead to expulsion from the educational institution, terminating the student's enrollment.
• Transcript Notation: Academic transcripts may carry notations indicating instances of academic integrity violations, affecting the student's reputation in future academic pursuits or employment opportunities.

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Determining Consequences

The level of consequence for academic integrity violations is at the sole discretion of the instructor and may be influenced by various factors, including the severity of the offense, the student's academic history, and any mitigating circumstances.

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The instructor reserves the right to adjust consequences within the specified range based on their professional judgment and the unique circumstances surrounding each case. Students are encouraged to engage in open communication with their instructors to gain clarity on the determination of consequences for academic integrity violations.

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In instances where academic dishonesty is suspected, the burden to demonstrate the originality and authenticity of the work falls squarely on the student. It is the responsibility of the student to provide satisfactory evidence, such as drafts, research notes, or other relevant materials, to refute the allegations. The educational institution reserves the right to assess the provided evidence and make determinations regarding the legitimacy of the student's work.

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• Resources

Find your tutoring center (by class) https://www.actx.edu/successcenters/labs/

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Washington Street Campus:

Natalie Buckthal Tutoring Center Ware 113 806-371-5458

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Dumas:

1ST Street Campus – Rooms 115 and 116 806-934-7220

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Hereford:

Hinkson Memorial Campus 15th St. 806-379-2700

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Online:

Thinking Storm – Online Tutoring Free 24/7 Accessible on main Blackboard page

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