Course Policies on Plagiarism and Cheating
What is Plagiarism? Plagiarism includes failing to cite significant sources in
a research paper or presentation;
submitting verbatim or in a closely paraphrased form material from a printed
or electronic source, a website for example; submitting material produced by
another student, or for another class.
Plagiarism and cheating will result in a grade of "No Credit" for the effected
assignment(s) and additional sanctions as permitted or required by college
policy. Students are responsible for knowing the College policies on cheating.
This is available in the Highline Community College
Student Rights and Responsibilities Handbook
section WAC 1321-120-100 (3)(c)(i).
In the case of verified plagiarism or cheating, I will submit an Academic Dishonesty Report.
In a case of suspected plagiarism I will consult privately with the
student. I will take additional steps as appropriate:
A. If we resolve that plagiarism has not occurred no action will be taken.
B. If we resolve that plagiarism has occurred: 1) The student will receive no credit for the assignment, 2) I will report the incident to the Student Academic Affairs Officer, 3) The Student Academic Affairs Officer may place the student on academic probation, or suspend the student from the college.
C. If the issue cannot be resolved between the student and myself, I will submit a Academic Dishonesty Report to the Student Academic Affairs Officer and they may conduct a hearing in order to resolve the issue.