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Academic integrity

Honesty in academic work, including not plagiarising, cheating or presenting AI-generated work as one's own.

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All four UK nations (details may differ), United States, International
Topic
Assessment

Being checked against official sources. This definition is written in our own words; always check the official guidance for your country.

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Malpractice All four UK nations (details may differ)
In exams, any act that breaks the rules or undermines the integrity of an assessment, by candidates or staff; JCQ sets the rules.
Plagiarism All four UK nations (details may differ) United States International
Presenting someone else's words or ideas as one's own without acknowledgement.

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Definitions are written by Classfern in our own words for teachers in the UK and the US. They are short explanations, not legal or official definitions: always check the official guidance for your country, nation or state. Classfern is not affiliated with or endorsed by any government department, inspectorate or exam board named here.