Definitions of Terms

Adhering to ethical principles in all academic work, including honesty, trust, fairness, respect, and responsibility. Academic integrity ensures that all work submitted is original and completed honestly.

Academic dishonesty is behavior intended to obtain false and advantageous academic evaluations.  Commonly, academic fraud refers to cheating or plagiarism but it also includes:

• Submitting the same piece of work, or significant parts thereof for more than one course, without the knowledge and permission of the teachers involved;

• Falsifying or altering an academic evaluation or report card;

• Undertaking any other action in order to falsify an academic evaluation.

The act of acknowledging the original author or creator when using their ideas, images, or data. Proper attribution is key to avoiding plagiarism. the sources of information, ideas, or data used in academic work. Citations ensure that original authors are recognized and allow readers to locate the sources used.

Artificial Intelligence refers to the use of sophisticated artificial intelligence systems to produce original content, such as written work, visual art, or mathematical solutions, by learning from vast amounts of existing data. 

The use of AI tools, such as text generators or research assistants, in academic tasks. Proper use of AI involves guidance from educators, citation of AI-generated content, and ensuring it does not replace original student work.

Engaging in dishonest practices to gain an unfair advantage in academic work. Examples include using unauthorized resources, copying others’ work during assessments, or sharing test answers.

The process of crediting the sources of information, ideas, or data used in academic work. Citations ensure that original authors are recognized and allow readers to locate the sources used.

A legal right granted to creators of original works, such as books, music, art, and software, that gives them exclusive control over how their work is used, reproduced, or distributed. Copyright protects intellectual property and requires individuals to seek permission or provide proper attribution when using copyrighted materials in academic work. Violating copyright, even unintentionally, is a form of academic dishonesty.

Unauthorized collaboration with others on assignments intended to be completed independently. Collusion occurs when students work together or share answers inappropriately.

The practice of using technology and digital resources responsibly, ethically, and safely. Digital citizenship includes respecting intellectual property, avoiding cyberbullying, and ensuring academic integrity online.

Using digital tools and resources responsibly, with consideration for the accuracy, honesty, and fairness of the information produced or shared. Ethical use encompasses respecting privacy, avoiding misuse of AI, and upholding academic integrity.

Creating or altering information or data in academic work. This includes making up data, sources, or citations to support an argument or misrepresenting information in assignments or research

Ensuring students understand the benefits, limitations, and ethical considerations of using AI in their academic work. Informed consent means students are aware of guidelines for using AI responsibly.

Creations of the mind, such as inventions, literary works, designs, and symbols, protected by copyright, trademark, or patent laws. Respecting intellectual property is fundamental to academic integrity.

Rewriting someone else's ideas or information in one’s own words while maintaining the original meaning. Proper paraphrasing requires citation of the original source.

The act of using someone else's words, ideas, or work without proper attribution, presenting it as one's own. Plagiarism can occur intentionally or unintentionally and includes copying text, images, code, or ideas without citation.

Reusing one’s own previously submitted work or ideas without proper acknowledgment or permission, as if it were new content. This applies to assignments, essays, projects, or research published previously.

Any materials, tools, or assistance used in academic work without permission. Unauthorized resources may include online solutions, previous tests, or work shared by others, used without teacher approval.