Academic Dishonesty Policy

Honesty is still the best policy, just as your parents told you.

Academic Dishonesty is a serious matter with serious consequences. I refer students to the section in the current catalog.

To some extent, it is up to each instructor to define what constitutes academic dishonesty since it can vary from class to class, and what is acceptable in one class may not be in another.

I'm a big believer in collaborative learning and peer tutoring, so I encourage students to work in groups whenever possible unless specifically disallowed. However, you must understand homework you turn in; putting your name (signature) on it certifies that it is your work and that you understand it.

Just because the Instructors Solutions Manual may be available on the internet somewhere does not mean it is ethical to use it. It is perfectly fine to buy the Student Solutions Manual, but if you need homework help beyond that, please come see me rather than use the Instructors Solutions Manual (although we may pull it up in my office to consult together). Same goes for the workbook; the solutions are out there, but please don't copy them on your workbook. Come see me if you have questions that your classmates can't answer.

Lab Reports: your data will obviously be the same as that of the other members of your lab group, but your analysis, synthesis, narrative, and conclusions should be your own (although you are encouraged to consult your groupmates and others).

Term Papers: Sources must be cited properly (using any standard format appropriate for your major), both in the text and in a bibliography or works cited page. This includes ideas of others you use, even if not a direct quotation.

When in doubt, err on the side of honesty. When learning is the goal, there is no incentive to cheat.

If you have any questions, please ask me.