Handbook of Research on Academic Misconduct in Higher Education

Donna M. Velliaris (Eynesbury Institute of Business and Technology, Australia)

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Publication Status: E-Book and Print Version Available for Purchase

ISBN13: 9781522516101

EISBN13: 9781522516118

DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-1610-1

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To maintain the quality of education, integrity and honesty must be upheld by students and teachers in learning environments. The prevention of cheating is a prime factor in this endeavor.

The Handbook of Research on Academic Misconduct in Higher Education is a pivotal reference source for the latest scholarly material on the implementation of policies and practices to inhibit cheating behaviors in academic settings. Highlighting emerging pedagogies, empirical-based evidence, and future directions, this book is ideally designed for professionals, practitioners, educators, school administrators, and researchers interested in preventing academic dishonesty.

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The many academic areas covered in this publication include, but are not limited to:

Academic Integrity
Contract Cheating
Cultural Perspectives
Digital Learning
Plagiarism
Project-Based Learning
Technology-Assisted Cheating

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Editor Donna M. Velliaris presents readers with a collection of academic essays and scholarly articles focused on various aspects of academic misconduct in higher education, as well as the practices and policies of several institutions to curb cheating. The editor has organized the sixteen selections that make up the main body of the text in five parts devoted to cheating conceptualized, technological tactics, professional principles, plagiarism problematized, and international interests.

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Dr. Donna M. Velliaris is a globally acclaimed educator, speaker, and author, renowned for her transformative teaching methods and groundbreaking contributions to education. A visionary leader, she empowers educators and students with innovative strategies that unlock their full potential. Her expertise is backed by an outstanding academic portfolio, including Graduate Certificates in Australian Studies, Religious Education, and Guidance & Counselling, as well as Graduate Diplomas in Secondary Education and Language & Literacy Education. She holds three Master’s degrees in Educational Sociology, Studies of Asia, and Special Education, culminating in a PhD in Education (2010) that examined the social and academic development of transnational students. Recognised as a Top 30 Global Guru in Education for three consecutive years—2023 (No.30), 2024 (No.22), and 2025 (No.9)—Dr. Velliaris is one of the world’s most influential voices in education. She has authored seven books, contributed 40 book chapters, and is a sought-after speaker at premier international conferences. With multiple publications underway, she continues to shape the future of education, driving excellence and systemic transformation. Her work consistently garners international recognition, cementing her status as a trailblazer in global education.

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