Presenting a Student Academic Integrity Champion Model: A Proactive Step towards Campus-Wide Efforts in Building a Culture of Integrity
摘要
Academic integrity, crucial in education, research, and scholarship, faces challenges globally due to student misconduct, including cheating and plagiarism. Studies indicate widespread instances of such behaviour, with over 60% of students admitting to engaging in academic misconduct. Various factors influence students’ attitudes toward integrity, affecting their behaviour during assessments. Reactive measures like using technology for detection and penalties often exacerbate the gap between institutions and students. Conversely, proactive strategies such as training modules, policy reviews, and designing assessments differently have been advocated to foster a culture of integrity on campuses. Students play a pivotal role in promoting academic integrity; yet engaging them amidst contemporary challenges remains difficult. Efforts to involve students in integrity-related initiatives often encounter barriers. Addressing these challenges necessitates a comprehensive approach involving all stakeholders. This paper presents the development of a Student AI Champion Model (SAIC Model) based on a centre of excellence and a campus’s proactive efforts in the Middle East. The model draws on student-centred learning principles and engagement frameworks, emphasising collaboration among stakeholders. Key elements include policy reviews, grassroots implementation, and research activities involving students. The SAIC Model offers a holistic approach to cultivating integrity, encompassing awareness campaigns, policy revisions, student ambassador programs, and support mechanisms for students facing challenges. By documenting the methodology and successful implementation of the model, this chapter aims to share the SAIC model with other campuses seeking to strengthen their culture of academic integrity.