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(2016): Use of the Social Cognitive Theory to Frame University Students’ Perceptions of Cheating. In: Journal of Academic Ethics 14 (1), S. 49-69. DOI: 10.1007/s10805-015-9252-4
Abstract: The purpose of this qualitative study was to examine the perceptions related to ethics and cheating among a representative sample of primarily female undergraduate students, compared to trends reported in the literature. Focus groups were organized to discuss nine scripted questions. Transcripts and audiotapes were analyzed and four main themes emerged: demographics of those who cheat, students' perceptions of cheating, the role of technology in cheating, and consequences of cheating, including students' attitudes and behaviors related to reporting cheating incidents. Bandura's Social Cognitive Theory (SCT) served as the theoretical framework to understand students' varying perceptions of and justification for cheating, as well as the dynamics of honor code violations, via group discussion. Viewpoints on cheating were regularly discussed and contradictory views were identified related to frequency and justification for cheating. Utilizing the constant comparative method, students mentioned time limitations, and pressure from peers, parents, and professors as reasons to cheat. They also discussed pressures to achieve high grades for acceptance into graduate programs. Students were also reluctant to report their classmates for cheating incidents. Repeated and comprehensive education on ethical behavior is warranted.
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(2016): An Action Learning Perspective on Effective Implementation of Academic Honor Codes. In: Group & Organization Management 29 (2), S. 201-218. DOI: 10.1177/1059601103261472
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1177/1059601103261472 Abstract: Facing mounting evidence of academic dishonesty on America's college campuses, many schools in the 1990s implemented academic honor codes to stem the tide. Previous research concerning academic honor codes and other ethics codes highlight the importance of enacting a more ethical organizational culture as well as involving many organizational members in the process. Through the illustrative case of a major public university that struggled to meet this normative goal as it implemented an academic honor code, this article introduces an action learning perspective on how the design and implementation of ethics codes can help effect change in the ethical culture by instilling and reinforcing the values of honesty and integrity. It is argued that codes must be designed with full acknowledgement of the traditions and culture present in the student body, with the involvement of virtually all organization members, to elicit a full understanding of the ethical culture system. (Psy cINFO Da tabase Record (c) 2016 APA, all rights reserved) zitiert von 43
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(2012) : The honor system. Influences on attitudes, behaviors, and pedagogy In: Landrum, R. E.; McCarthy, M. A. (Hg.): Teaching ethically: Challenges and opportunities: Washington: American Psychological Association, S. 89-98
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1037/13496-008 Abstract: Academic integrity has received a great deal of attention as institutions of higher education look for ways to deal effectively with dishonest behaviors, including cheating and plagiarism, which some believe is the most critical issue facing academia today (Davis, Drinan, & Gallant, 2009). Given the prevalence of the problem, Davis and colleagues (2009) challenged educational institutions to determine ways to prevent cheating and suggested cultivating a culture in which academic dishonesty is clearly unacceptable. An honor system has been shown to effectively reduce dishonest behaviors such as cheating (e.g., McCabe & Treviño, 1993). There is a growing trend of revitalizing honor systems (e.g., Melgoza & Smith, 2008) or introducing new modified honor systems (e.g., McCabe & Pavela, 2000). Although there is a long history of honor codes at many institutions of higher learning, most researchers have focused on how an honor code affects the attitudes and behaviors of studen ts rathe r than on pedagogy. In this chapter, we provide a brief history of honor systems in higher education, explain how an honor code influences academic dishonesty, examine how an honor system can impact pedagogy, and offer practical advice for implementing an honor code in a classroom. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2016 APA, all rights reserved) zitiert von 5
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