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“The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles” Integrity Defined “The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles” (Cambridge Dictionaries Online: http://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/american-english/integrity)

Acting with integrity means: Being HONEST Having and giving RESPECT Taking RESPONSIBILITY for your actions Being FAIR Building TRUST

Integrity Matters everywhere Academics Athletics Campus recreation Co-operative education Post-graduation employment

Get to Know the Rules Here Policy 71 Sets out expectations Lists what an offence is Explains the disciplinary process Describes potential penalties

What you need to Know Do not plagiarize Do not work together without permission from your instructor Do not cheat Do not fabricate data Do not falsify information

Is it plagiarism? Scenario one In 2nd year, Maria wrote an A+ report. Now in her 3rd year she has a project that is similar. Since she got A+ on the report in the past, and it’s on the same topic, she assumes she can resubmit it for her 3rd year class. YES!

Is it collaboration without permission? Scenario two Greg, Bin and Fran are working on an individual assignment. It is worth 35% of their final grade and it’s taking each of them a long time to finish. They decide that each person will take some of the questions and then they will meet to exchange answers and get the assignment done quickly. YES!

Is it cheating? Scenario three Elizabeth is writing her math midterm and knows her friend Joe is struggling in the class. He is sitting behind her and she knows if she positions her paper properly, he will be able to see her answers and he can copy her. Joe takes advantage of the opportunity.

Cite where you found ideas, words, images, code, etc. Avoid plagiarizing Cite where you found ideas, words, images, code, etc. If you summarize an idea, you still have to cite it! Take detailed notes when you do research Take workshops, ask questions, and use Waterloo’s resources!

How to avoid troubles with collaborating Always work alone ,unless your instructor specifically asks for group work Don’t use a tutor’s answers - a tutor should only help you with concepts Editors or friends should only give tips NOT rewrite your work

Avoid Being tempted to cheat by: Talking to your instructor if you are overwhelmed - Don’t wait until the deadline or exam date! Stay healthy, and leave plenty of time to complete your assignments Carefully follow instructions on assignments and tests, and ask questions!

Avoid fabricating data by: Talking to your instructor before editing images Don’t try to create “the perfect result” If you are having trouble finding research material, ask your instructor or a Liaison Librarian for assistance Fabricating means making up research or altering results to make sure it fits your assignment. It can be frustrating if you can’t find the right research or your results are different than expected but don’t make up the research or cite something that does not exist.

Avoid falsifying by: Be truthful! Do not complete assignments or take tests for someone else Do not make up marks, skills, experiences, or other information Leave plenty of time to get the right information (e.g. transcripts, reference letters)

You only get out what you put in! Remember to … Plan ahead – give yourself enough time Take good notes, be thorough and don’t rush Give credit to others when using their work Show your instructors what you know Do your own work Don’t copy or share answers or exams You only get out what you put in!

RECAP - True or False All instructors have the same rules about group work. FALSE 2) If I only cheat on an exam once – it’s okay. 3) Instructors should discuss academic integrity in class. TRUE

4) I can get help at the Library about citations 4) I can get help at the Library about citations. TRUE 5) If my friend gives me a few answers for an assignment – she’s just helping me. FALSE 6) Waterloo does not punish students for academic offences.

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