Academic Integrity
Cultural differences concerning academic integrity can vary. Here, you can learn more about academic integrity and understand the expectations placed upon you as a student in a U.S. classroom.
Cultural differences regarding academic integrity include:
- Valuing sources as the authority and believing there is no need to cite the author when using their words
- The notion that using an author’s own words is a form of respect
- The importance of helping a fellow student in need
Click to review the Texas State Honor Code
What is academic integrity?
Academic integrity is the moral code or ethical policy of academia. It is the set of rules that all of us live by to make sure we are getting the best education possible.
Avoiding/Recognizing Plagiarism
Academic honesty is expected of all students, in exams, papers, academic transactions, and records.
Review the links below to learn more about plagiarism and how to avoid it:
Consequences of Academic Misconduct
The consequences of committing academic dishonesty depend on the scope of the infraction, how the infraction occurred, the assignment, and recommendations from the professor or college.