This is particularly important for new students who may not be well grounded in the mechanics of citing sources or who may not understand that plagiarism is using another's ideas or exact words without credit. Make clear if you will allow students to submit work that has previously been submitted in another course. To reduce the temptation to cheat during exams, consider the conditions under which exams are given. Attention to seating, number and role of proctors, and the use of alternate versions of your exams may be useful. Instructors tell us that their presence at all exams helps reduce the incidence of cheating.
Honest students are concerned and upset when they observe others cheating.
An open discussion of the importance and value you place upon academic honesty will encourage students who observe misconduct to come to you to share their concerns and observations. 14 Process Definitions UWS 14 is the chapter of the University of Wisconsin System Administrative code that regulates academic misconduct. During this meeting, explain why you believe the student may have committed academic misconduct and give the student an opportunity to respond. It is not necessary to inform the student in writing before this meeting. If you conclude that no misconduct occurred or that no penalty is warranted, this meeting will end the matter.