Academic Integrity: A Framework for Responsible Research and Education

This course is designed as the essential roadmap to Academic integrity within and beyond Ulysseus. Whether you are a student, young PhD or post-doc researcher, or highly-skilled academic professional, this course will provide you with insightful knowledge, practical tools, and real-world scenarios to help you recognize and address integrity-related challenges in higher education.

 

Providing a deeper understanding of why integrity matters, how plagiarism tarnishes our academic community, which challenges AI brings to the academic world, or how to master the academic writing, this course will empower you to make ethical choices and maintain the culture of integrity in academia.

Registration dates 10 March 2025 30 March 2025
Course dates 01 April 2025 31 May 2025
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Academic Integrity: A Framework for Responsible Research and Education

Learning outcomes

1. Understand Academic Integrity. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the core principles of academic integrity, including honesty, trust, fairness, respect, and responsibility. Recognize the significance of these values in academic and professional contexts.

2. Identify and Address Academic Misconduct. Develop the ability to recognize various forms of academic misconduct, such as plagiarism, cheating, falsifying and fabricating and aiding and abetting. Learn effective strategies to address and prevent these issues within academic settings.

3. Acquire Competencies for Academic Integrity. Master essential skills and competencies that promote academic integrity, including academic writing, critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and responsible research practices. Understand how these competencies contribute to personal and academic growth.

4. Understand Plagiarism and Its Consequences. Develop a clear understanding of what constitutes plagiarism, its various forms, and its impact on scientific advancement and personal development. Learn practical strategies to avoid plagiarism, such as proper citation, paraphrasing, and ethical use of sources.

5. Promote a Culture of Academic Integrity. Explore strategies for fostering an environment of integrity in the classroom. Learn how to encourage peers to adhere to ethical standards and promote positive behaviors that reinforce a culture of trust and accountability.

6. Navigate Academic Integrity in the Era of AI. Understand the implications of artificial intelligence on academic integrity and the ethical use of technology. Explore the benefits and risks associated with AI tools in academic work, and develop strategies for using these technologies responsibly while maintaining integrity.

Course content

Course content with modules

 

Module 1: Understanding Academic Integrity

· Overview: Explore the fundamental principles of academic integrity and why they are essential for academic success and ethical scholarship.

· Key Topics: Definitions, importance of integrity, values such as honesty, trust, fairness, respect, and responsibility.

Module 2: Identifying and Addressing Academic Misconduct

· Overview: Learn to recognize different forms of academic misconduct and understand the consequences of unethical behavior.

· Key Topics: Types of misconduct (e.g., plagiarism, cheating, collusion), institutional policies, and reporting mechanisms.

Module 3: Competencies for Academic Integrity

· Overview: Develop essential skills and competencies that support academic integrity in your studies and beyond.

· Key Topics: Critical thinking, ethical decision-making, responsible research practices, and their role in personal and academic growth.

 

 

 

Module 4: Understanding Plagiarism and Its Consequences

· Overview: Gain insights into plagiarism, including its various forms and implications for both science and personal development.

· Key Topics: What constitutes plagiarism, its impact on integrity and reputation, and practical strategies for avoiding it through proper citation and ethical source use.

Module 5: Promoting a Culture of Academic Integrity

· Overview: Learn how to foster an environment of integrity within your academic community.

· Key Topics: Strategies for encouraging ethical behavior among peers, creating a supportive classroom environment, and leading by example.

Module 6: Navigating Academic Integrity in the Era of AI

· Overview: Explore the impact of artificial intelligence on academic integrity and the ethical considerations of using technology in academic work.

· Key Topics: Benefits and risks of AI tools, responsible use of technology, and strategies to maintain integrity while leveraging technological advancements.

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