Strengthening and Preserving a Culture of Academic Integrity in Global Higher Educational Settings

Abstract

Despite efforts to eradicate academic dishonesty in educational settings, the phenomenon persists and cheating is increasingly becoming easier due to the advancement of information technology. Factors like peer pressure, time constraints, stress, and workload contribute to dishonest behavior among students. This article emphasizes the importance of academic integrity in higher education, aiming to prevent dishonesty, understand its effects, and discourage fraudulent activities. Solutions to this problem include fostering a culture of academic integrity throughout institutions and encouraging students to critically evaluate theories, maintain morality, produce unique work, and properly credit sources contributes to preserving a culture of academic integrity. Text-matching and proctored software can aid in detecting offenders and reinforces academic integrity