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A Brief History of Postplagiarism: Or, Why Fabrication is Not the New Flattery
In this post I share how I discovered a peer-reviewed article on postplagiarism that includes fake references, including attributed work that I never wrote. I summarize legitimate contributions to the postplagiarism discourse, emphasizing the importance of responsibility in written work,…
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Decriminalizing Academic Integrity Language
Sarah Elaine Eaton discusses the concept of decriminalizing language related to academic misconduct, emphasizing a supportive, educational approach rather than a punitive one.This shift encourages dignity and ethical decision-making in academia.
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2025-2026 Postplagiarism Speaker Series: Navigating AI in Education
The 2025-2026 Postplagiarism Speaker Series, hosted by CAIELI at the University of Calgary, explores AI’s impact on education and academic integrity. It features leading researchers discussing practical strategies for integrating AI while preserving ethical standards. The series aims to reshape…
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New open access chapter: Corruption in the post-plagiarism era: weaponizing reputation and morality in the name of integrity in higher education
Sarah Elaine Eaton reflects on her admiration for Philip Altbach, Hans de Wit, and Elena Denisova-Schmidt, culminating in her contribution to the newly published “Handbook on Corruption in Higher Education.” Eaton’s chapter discusses corruption in the post-plagiarism era, exploring the…
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New Open Access Chapter: “Pedagogical Ethics: Navigating Learning in a Generative AI-Augmented Environment in a Post-Plagiarism Era”
The chapter “Pedagogical Ethics: Navigating Learning in a Generative AI-Augmented Environment in a Post-Plagiarism Era,” co-authored by Sarah Elaine Eaton and Mohammad Keyhani, discusses the implications of generative AI in education, focusing on academic integrity and pedagogical ethics. It emphasizes…
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Postplagiarism: Understanding the Difference Between Referencing and Giving Attribution
In the talks I give on postplagiarism, I distinguish between attribution and referencing amid evolving academic practices influenced by artificial intelligence. Attribution transcends mere technical referencing. The discourse urges an exploration of attribution as an ethical commitment in the postplagiarism…
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When Good Ideas Meet Poor Execution: The Humane AI Pin and the Future of Language Translation
The Humane AI Pin aimed to revolutionize language translation through wearable technology powered by AI. Despite initial hype and strong pre-orders, user reviews were poor due to execution issues, leading to its retirement within a year. Nonetheless, the failure highlights…
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Postplagiarism Reflection: On Control & Responsibility
In our digital age of remixing, re-using, sharing, and collaborative creation, we’re challenged to rethink ownership.Postplagiarism invites us to embrace a profound paradox: We can relinquish control (in part or in whole) to an AI app to either generate work…
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Teaching Fact-Checking Through Deliberate Errors: An Essential AI Literacy Skill
This teaching resource presents a method for enhancing AI literacy by engaging students in fact-checking AI-generated content with intentional inaccuracies. It emphasizes systematic verification processes, critical evaluation of sources, and understanding AI error patterns, equipping students with essential skills to…
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Embracing AI as a Teaching Tool: Practical Approaches for the Postplagiarism Classroom
Artificial intelligence (AI) can be a useful educational tool in the postplagiarism classroom. Effective strategies include incorporating AI into discussions, enhancing critical thinking, teaching fact-checking, and addressing ethical considerations. This shift fosters student engagement with technology, emphasizing evaluation over mere…
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