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Using Learning Outcome Measures to assess Doctoral Nursing Education

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Published on: June 21, 2010

Attitudes towards academic cheating during nursing studies.

C Balik¹, D Sharon, S Kelishek

¹Shenbrun Academic Nursing School, Tel- Aviv Medical Center. Chayab@tasmc.health.gov.il

Medicine and Law

|December 8, 2011

Summary

Many nursing students view academic dishonesty as normal, driven by a "survival instinct." This study highlights the need for policies promoting academic integrity to prevent future professional malpractice.

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Using Learning Outcome Measures to assess Doctoral Nursing Education

Using Learning Outcome Measures to assess Doctoral Nursing Education

Published on: June 21, 2010

Area of Science:

Nursing Education
Academic Integrity
Professional Ethics

Background:

Academic dishonesty among nursing students is a significant concern.
Understanding student attitudes towards cheating is crucial for predicting future professional conduct.

Purpose of the Study:

To examine nursing students' attitudes toward academic cheating.
To explore the relationship between these attitudes and potential professional malpractice.

Main Methods:

A convenience sample of 228 nursing students participated in the study.
Data were collected to assess attitudes towards academic dishonesty and personal characteristics.

Main Results:

A strong tendency was observed for students to perceive academic dishonesty as normative.
The 'survival instinct' emerged as a primary factor influencing decisions to plagiarize.
Correlations were identified between personal characteristics and attitudes toward cheating.

Conclusions:

Raising awareness about academic dishonesty and its link to professional malpractice is recommended.
Implementing policies that foster academic integrity and involve students in rule enforcement is advised.
Establishing strong deterrent penalties for dishonest practices among students and staff is crucial.