What happens if a college student plagiarizes?

Plagiarism allegations can cause a student to be suspended or expelled. Their academic record can reflect the ethics offense, possibly causing the student to be barred from entering college from high school or another college. Schools, colleges, and universities take plagiarism very seriously.

What percent of college students plagiarize?

A study by The Center for Academic Integrity found that almost 80% of college students admit to cheating at least once. A survey by the Psychological Record shows that 36% of undergraduates have admitted to plagiarizing written material.

Why do college students plagiarize?

Collectively, the most frequently stated reasons students choose to plagiarize or cheat include: Desire to get a good grade. Fear of failing. Procrastination or poor time management.

Does LockDown browser record your face?

You may be required to use LockDown Browser with a webcam, which will record you during an online, non- proctored exam. (The webcam feature is sometimes referred to as “Respondus Monitor.”) If an exam requires LockDown Browser and a webcam, follow steps 1-5 in the previous “Taking A Test” section.