Category: academic integrity
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Undergraduate Science Students’ Perspectives on Inclusive and Ethical Generative AI in University Assessment
by Sarah Khalifa and Sarah Elaine Eaton Introduction In this blog post we report on a student-led project funded by the University of Calgary’s UREX Summer program, formerly known as the Program for Undergraduate Research Experience (PURE). Sarah Khalifa, a fourth-year Science undergraduate student, conducted the research supervised by Dr. Eaton. Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) is…
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A Week at the Postplagiarism Research Lab: International Connections and New Ideas
In July, the Postplagiarism Research Lab at the University of Calgary welcomed researchers from various backgrounds. Colombian doctoral student Paola Sáenz reflected on her enriching visit, where she received valuable feedback on her research and engaged in meaningful discussions with lab members. The experience highlighted the importance of international collaboration in academia.
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Creative Communication for Academic Integrity in Postplagiarism Era
Gengyan Tang reflects on Bibek Dahal’s lecture about academic integrity amidst generative AI advancements, highlighting the need for creative communication as a potential solution to polarized discussions. Dahal’s focus on international students illustrates the transitional challenges faced by academia. Promoting communicative rationality is essential for fostering understanding in this evolving landscape.
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AI, Postplagiarism and K-12 Education in New Brunswick, Canada
Sarah Elaine Eaton participated in leadership events in New Brunswick focused on integrating artificial intelligence in education. She delivered a workshop and keynote on academic integrity and postplagiarism, emphasizing their relevance to provincial strategies. New Brunswick aims to incorporate AI into K-12 curricula by September 2026, enhancing AI literacy across the education sector.
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Turkish Translation of the Six Tenets of Postplagiarism
Sarah Elaine Eaton discusses the successful translation of her postplagiarism concepts into Turkish by scholars Aslı İpekli and Özgür Çelik. Their expertise in academic integrity and multilingual contexts enhances the accessibility of the six tenets, promoting dialogue among educators and students. The translated infographic is available as a free downloadable digital resource.
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The SETA Framework: Rethinking Academic Integrity in the Postplagiarism Era
On March 4, 2026, Dr. Ruth Baker-Gardner discussed the SETA Framework for academic integrity in a world influenced by AI at the Postplagiarism Speaker Series. She emphasized that education, rather than punishment, fosters integrity and outlined support, education, teaching, and assessment as key framework elements. Institutions must adapt policies to ensure effective learning and ethical…
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Postplagiarism Perspectives: Comparative Insights from K-12 and Postsecondary Research
The integration of Generative AI in education creates a significant shift in teaching and assessment methods. Research highlights challenges in K–12 and professional education regarding ethical AI use and institutional policies. Bridging the gap between traditional curricula and evolving competencies is crucial for fostering accountability and integrity in AI engagement among students and educators.
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ChatGPT is in classrooms. What now?
“What should we be assessing exactly?” This was a question one of our research participants asked when we interviewed them as part of our project on artificial intelligence and academic integrity, sponsored by a University of Calgary Teaching Grant. In an article published in The Conversation, we provide highlights of the results from our interviews…
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Translating Knowledge for Global Impact: How Jacque Bampi Brought Postplagiarism Principles to Portuguese
The translation of the infographic “6 Principles of Post-Plagiarism: The Art of Writing in the Age of Artificial Intelligence” into Portuguese by Jacque Bampi promotes academic integrity and innovation in a digital landscape. It addresses key principles of writing and ethics, ensuring accessibility for Portuguese-speaking educators and fostering inclusive discussions on these vital topics.
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What Should We Be Assessing in a World with AI? Insights from Higher Education Educators
The emergence of generative AI, such as ChatGPT, challenges assessment practices in higher education. A study of 28 Canadian educators found a consensus on assessing prompting and critical thinking skills while raising concerns about writing assessments. Emphasizing ethical AI integration, educators highlight the need for ongoing discussions on maintaining academic integrity in technology-driven environments.
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