ACADEMIC INTEGRITY IN A CULTURAL CONTEXT
In the Western academic world, the presumption is that you do, in some sense, own your words and thoughts; at the very least, you have privileges pertaining to them. The main privilege is to be credited, or cited, for your effort and scholarship.
These notions of authorship and ownership, however, are based on cultural expectations. Some cultures have historically placed emphasis on communal knowledge and showing respect through imitation. Even in the modern university systems, ideas relating to intellectual property have changed over time from emphasizing the imitation of a master to generating new ideas while acknowledging past works (Bowden, 1996).
RESOURCES
Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity.
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WEEKLY RESOURCES
BY DAY 3
Post with an initial post of 300–400 words in which you:
Provide in detail an explanation of how your own cultural attitudes may impact your transition to an academic environment, in which citing and referencing the sources of ideas is a vital way for you to maintain your academic integrity.
Explain any challenges you see to ensure you comply with academic integrity in an academic environment.
Refer to the Week 2 Discussion Rubric for specific grading elements and criteria. Your Instructor will use this grading rubric to assess your work.
LEARNING RESOURCES
Required Readings
Walden University. (n.d.). Plagiarism prevention resource kit: HomeLinks to an external site.. https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/plagiarism
Walden University. (n.d.). Walden University student handbookLinks to an external site.. https://catalog.waldenu.edu
Note: Please select the Student Handbook from the dropdown menu and then access the following:
oClick on Section 3. Student Expectations and Responsibilities, then on Student Conduct and Responsibilities, and then on Code of Conduct.
oClick on Section 8. Student Support Services and then on Technology Policies.
Document: Study Notes: Introduction to Scholarly Writing: Plagiarism and Academic Integrity (PDF)Download Study Notes: Introduction to Scholarly Writing: Plagiarism and Academic Integrity (PDF)
Document: Study Notes: Introduction to Scholarly Writing: Tips for Success (PDF)Download Study Notes: Introduction to Scholarly Writing: Tips for Success (PDF)
Required Media
Walden University, LLC. (2012–2022). Introduction to scholarly writing: Plagiarism and academic integrity [Video]. Walden University Canvas. https://waldenu.instructure.com
Note: The approximate length of this media piece is 5 minutes.
Optional Resources
Walden University. (n.d.). APA style: OverviewLinks to an external site.. https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/apa
Walden University. (n.d.). Reference list: Common reference list examplesLinks to an external site.. https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/apa/references/examples
Walden University. (n.d.). 10 common APA nuancesLinks to an external site.. https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/apa/other#s-lg-box-2758840
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