Academic Integrity Policy
Introduction
Bryker Woods is committed to fostering a learning environment that promotes academic honesty, integrity, and responsibility among our students. This policy outlines the expectations and procedures regarding academic integrity within the Elementary International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP).
Definition of Academic Integrity:
Academic integrity means demonstrating honesty and ethical behavior in all aspects of learning, assessment, and research. This includes giving credit to the ideas and work of others and representing one's own work accurately.
Principles of Academic Integrity
Honesty:
- Students are expected to be truthful in all academic
- Providing accurate information, citing sources, and acknowledging contributions from others are essential components of academic honesty.
Originality:
- Students are encouraged to produce original work and to take pride in their individual contributions to
Respect for Intellectual Property:
- Students must respect the intellectual property rights of others, including but not limited to written works, images, and Plagiarism and unauthorized use of copyrighted material are strictly prohibited.
Collaboration and Attribution:
- Collaboration is encouraged, but students must clearly indicate their own contributions and give appropriate credit to others involved in group work.
Roles and Responsibilities
Students:
- Students are responsible for upholding the principles of academic integrity and are expected to complete assignments and assessments with honesty and originality.
- Students should seek clarification from teachers if they are unsure about proper citation or any aspect related to academic
Teachers:
- Teachers are responsible for educating students about academic integrity and providing clear guidelines for citing sources and completing assignments.
- Teachers are also responsible for detecting and addressing instances of academic dishonesty.
Parents/Guardians:
- Parents/guardians play a vital role in supporting academic integrity by reinforcing the importance of honesty, originality, and responsible conduct in their children's
Consequences of Academic Dishonesty
Violations of academic integrity will be addressed in a fair and consistent manner. Consequences may include, but are not limited to, reevaluation of the assignment, additional work or assessment, counseling, and parent/guardian notification.
Reporting and Documentation:
All incidents of academic dishonesty will be documented and kept on file. Patterns of academic dishonesty may result in escalated consequences.
Review and Revision
This Academic Integrity Policy will be reviewed periodically to ensure its effectiveness and relevance to the evolving needs of the Bryker Woods. Conclusion:
By adhering to the principles outlined in this Academic Integrity Policy, we aim to create an environment where students develop a deep respect for learning, ethical behavior, and the intellectual contributions of themselves and others.