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Do dental students cheat?

J L Fuller, D E Killip

    Journal of Dental Education
    |December 1, 1979
    PubMed
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    A significant majority of dental students perceive cheating, with 43% admitting to it. This academic dishonesty, including plagiarism, is a concern, especially in technique courses.

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    Area of Science:

    • Dental Education
    • Academic Integrity
    • Student Ethics

    Background:

    • Academic dishonesty is a persistent issue in higher education.
    • Understanding the prevalence and perceptions of cheating among dental students is crucial for maintaining ethical standards.
    • Previous research has highlighted varying rates of self-reported and perceived cheating across different academic disciplines.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the prevalence of cheating among dental students at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry.
    • To explore students' perceptions of cheating prevalence within their cohort.
    • To identify factors contributing to cheating and potential areas for intervention by instructors.

    Main Methods:

    • A questionnaire survey was administered to dental students across all four academic years.

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  • The survey assessed self-admitted cheating behaviors and perceptions of cheating among peers.
  • Data were analyzed based on academic year and grade point average, with qualitative descriptions of cheating reasons.

    • Main Results:

    • 43% of dental students admitted to cheating in their first and second years.
    • A striking 94% of respondents believed that cheating was occurring among their peers.
    • Plagiarism was identified as a form of cheating, with lower admission rates but significant reported occurrence, particularly concerning for technique-focused courses.

    Conclusions:

    • A substantial gap exists between self-reported cheating and the perceived prevalence of academic dishonesty among dental students.
    • The high perception of cheating, coupled with admitted instances and plagiarism concerns, indicates a need for proactive measures in dental education.
    • Instructors may have control over certain conditions that foster cheating, suggesting opportunities for curriculum and policy adjustments to promote academic integrity.