Abstract
AbstractAcademic integrity and information literacy concepts are interwoven throughout academic processes. In Canada these are reflected in both secondary and postsecondary assessment environments. Academic librarians are well positioned within and beyond the academy to promote a culture of academic integrity to post-secondary and high school students. In 2008 authors Drinan and Bertram Gallant addressed the opportunity for librarians to take an active role in building a culture of integrity stating “The issue of plagiarism is one that cries out for the active participation of librarians not only in the academic integrity systems on their respective campuses, but also in the national and international academic integrity movement” (p. 137). The question is where are librarians in this movement in Canada? Beyond plagiarism, how far have librarians come in their involvement in academic integrity culture both on and off Canadian campuses? This chapter will look beyond the librarian's role in teaching information literacy and its principles in the classroom to further examine the inroads being made as an active partner with campus services and students in our communities. Connections between ACRL's six information literacy frames and academic integrity with a specific focus on “Scholarship as Conversation” and the role students' play in this process will be highlighted. Librarians have a pivotal role to play in moving the academic integrity conversation forward. Through their understanding of critical and ethical use of information they can be at the forefront of advocating for integrity in academic work and assisting in the success of students on and off campus.
Highlights
Academic integrity and information literacy concepts are interwoven throughout academic processes
How do librarians in Canada support academic integrity in the academy? Are they adequately supporting the institutions priorities in this area? Are there any developments beyond librarians working solely in the area of teaching students about plagiarism and citation? This chapter will examine these question in addition to looking at opportunities for further development by research and learning library professionals across Canada
When offered a seat at the table both at the curriculum development level and the policy development level a librarian can contribute their unique perspective of helping dig into the value base around research and academic integrity (Lokse et al, 2017)
Summary
Academic integrity and information literacy concepts are interwoven throughout academic processes. As Jackson (2006) notes in one of the first published articles looking at online plagiarism tools “Webbased information literacy tutorials allow students to learn important research skills at their own pace, outside traditional class time and classrooms” Their partnership between the Library and Writing Centre allows for the integration of information literacy skills around plagiarism throughout their work with students.
Sign-in/Register to view highlights & summary Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
