Academic integrity means that as a student you agree to be responsible and honest in relation to your academic pursuits.
Furthermore; as an MCTC student you are expected to do your own work. All academic writing must show student’s own understanding in student’s own words.
Taken from KCTCS Student Code of Conduct:
SECTION 3: STANDARDS OF CONDUCT
In order to foster a positive campus community and maintain an optimal learning environment, KCTCS establishes the following behavioral expectations of students:
Standard 1: KCTCS students are expected to adhere to the highest standards of academic honesty and integrity, and support a campus environment that is conducive to learning and scholarship. Violations or attempted violations may include, but are not limited to: 1. Cheating, fabrication, plagiarism or facilitating academic dishonesty.
To respect intellectual property rights of authors and creators, know when you need to cite sources!
You must cite:
You may not need to cite:
If you are unsure whether or not you should cite, use caution and provide a citation!
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