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several individual words or phrases with synonyms, or 6. Misrepresenting immigration status. Excerpts of Examinations 5. Refrain from any movements that can raise suspicions
similar words. of illicit activities.
7. Using fake ID cards. Protocols and Rules - Students’
5. Using any Artificial Intelligence (AI) software to support 6. Refrain from engaging in any arguments with the
in writing without providing a clear declaration in the E. Collusion Responsibilities instructor or proctor.
student’s paper. Collusion occurs when students work together on a piece
for assessed work when “working together” is not allowed. I. Introduction 7. Write answers on the papers provided by the proctor.
Collusion can occur when students copy from each other.
Turnitin (anti-plagiarism software) Evidence of collusion on students’ papers occurs when The Office of Academic Integrity (OAI) has formulated 8. Use the back of your answer sheets for any required
two or more papers have similar or identical wording. An Examinations’ Protocols and Rules that govern students’ calculations.
The faculty at Abu Dhabi University use a variety of individual student’s understanding cannot be assessed if conduct during examinations. It is the responsibility of
techniques to authenticate student work. All written “ownership” of the assignment cannot be determined. students to be familiar with these rules and comply with C. After Examination
work is authenticated using Turnitin detection software. them.
Turnitin is designed to detect various types of plagiarism 1. Finish the examination on time and stop writing
in submitted documents, including text wherein individual answers when instructed to do so.
words have been replaced by synonyms, or similar words. A student who “lends” his/her paper to other students is
Any submitted written work that is suspected of plagiarism just as guilty as those who have copied from it, and unless II. Types of Examinations 2. Leave the room quietly.
will be referred to the Office of Academic Integrity for it can be proven with absolute certainty, who wrote the
further investigation. Students violating the University’s original paper, the “lender” will also be faced with academic Examinations at Abu Dhabi University (ADU) can be either 3. Collect your belongings.
Academic Integrity Policy are subject to penalties that penalties. “closed book” or “open book.” In “closed book” examinations,
include dismissal from the University. F. Free Riding access to all materials related to the course is strictly 4. Report any concerns or problems to the OAI staff.
C. Fabrication of Data When assigned to work in collaborative groups, all students prohibited. In “open book” examinations, students are Excerpts of Procedural Guidelines
allowed to have access to all materials during examination,
Fabrication of data is the falsification or invention of should participate in the activity or project. Students who with the exception of those specifically prohibited by the for Examinations and Proctoring
any information or citation in an academic exercise. could not demonstrate their contribution to the group instructor. In the absence of any specific information,
Fabricated information or data may not be used in any work/activity will be considered as cheaters. examinations are to be considered as “closed book.”
laboratory experiment or research project. I. Introduction
Examples of fabrication of data include but are not limited III. Students’ Responsibilities The content and particulars of examinations are decided by
to: II. Penalty for Violations of Academic A. Pre Examination the faculty members and communicated to the proctors and
1. Deliberately misreporting results of an experiment or Integrity (AI) other concerned individuals such as IT staff. The overriding
responsibility of the Office of Academic Integrity (OAI) is to
field research. All instances of violations of the AIP are subject to sanctions, 1. Switch-off your mobile phones (and all other electronic ensure the integrity of the examination processes.
2. Inventing data and resources for written, oral, or other including dismissal for cheating, other academically related devices) and place them in front of the examination
room and away from where you are seated.
presentations. egregious acts of deceptions and/or reckless disregard The responsibility for providing proctors to administer
for the principle of AI. Under special circumstances and/ examinations rests with colleges and academic units. In the
3. Inventing case studies and relevant facts in reports, or based on lesser degree of severity of the AIP violations, 2. Put all the materials such as books, notes, etc. in front event of any shortfalls, the OAI will arrange for additional
papers, or presentations. lower sanctions may be imposed. of the examination room and away from where you proctors to meet the needs of colleges and academic units.
are seated.
D. Presenting False Credentials Students found in violation of the AIP for the second time The Procedural Guidelines for Examinations and Proctoring
will be subject to more heightened sanctions. Students 3. Select your seat randomly and avoid seating next to are described in the following sections. It is the responsibility
Presenting false or misleading credentials on applications, found in violation of the AIP for the third time will be subject friends, family, and/or associates.
CV’s, and any other documents presented as part of the to dismissal from Abu Dhabi University. of faculty members and proctors to be familiar with these
rules and comply with them.
student’s life constitutes academic dishonesty. 4. Bring and use only the type of calculator that is
Imposition of any sanction for violation of the AIP is subject allowed by the instructor.
Examples of false credentials include but are not limited to due-process being carried out, availability of sufficient II. Personal and Professional
to: evidence being examined, the adjudication process being B. During Examination Attributes of Proctors
1. Claiming degrees that were not earned. completed, and the process of appeal being exhausted. 1. Read and sign the “Warning Section” on the top of the
2. Failing to report colleges and universities attended. Students dismissed from Abu Dhabi University for violations Exam Cover Sheet. • Good reputation,
of the AIP will receive a failing grade (F) in the course in • Ability to take a supervisory role in the administration
3. Presenting falsified transcripts. which the violation has occurred. Students dismissed 2. Sign the exam’s “Attendance Sign-Up Sheet.” of examinations, and
from Abu Dhabi University for violations of the AIP are not
4. Presenting falsified information or documents, eligible for receiving any refunds of tuitions and fees. 3. Refrain from looking at someone else’s exam paper.
including but not limited to, altered or fabricated • Lack of conflict of interest, both “in fact” and “in
medical certificates, and other misleading 4. Refrain from engaging in any form of communication appearance.”
submissions. (e.g., talking and/or whispering) with other students.
5. Claiming false employment.

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