Academic Integrity

Academic Misconduct Checklist For Faculty
 – Two Options

Academic Misconduct Process :

Process for Facilitated Discussion vs. Non-Facilitated Discussions

Option 1: Suspicion Misconduct Facilitated Discussion Flowchart

Option 2: Suspicion Misconduct Non-Facilitated Discussion Flowchart

Template:

        Non-Facilitated Summary of Discussion Template

To ensure consistency across the University, the following guidelines should be followed when academic misconduct is suspected.

Ignorance cannot be an excuse for misconduct. Do not assume students know how to cite appropriately or even how to write a research paper. You should spend time on these issues and on explaining what plagiarism is before you hand out your assignments. Request a citation style and ensure students know the specifics. This invested time can make a world of difference to your students and to you when it comes time to marking. Remember, we are not out to catch students our aim is to educate them.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

• A student is unable to drop a course for which they are under suspicion of academic misconduct. If they attempt to, they will automatically be re-enrolled

• If marks are due for submission and you have not yet met with the student, or have not issued your decision yet, you are to assign a grade of DEF (deferred) until a decision is made. Please ensure that you follow up on the DEF and submit the appropriate grade to Registrars and Enrollment Services

• Even if you choose Option #2: a discussion without the AIO, the student has the right to request a facilitated discussion if they so wish. Instructors will be informed by the student if this is the case.

If you have any questions or need assistance/support in this area, please do not hesitate to e-mail your questions or concerns to aio@ryerson.ca.