ERIC Number: ED652885
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2023
Pages: 129
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ISBN: 979-8-3827-5455-0
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An Exploration of the Causes of Academic Dishonesty at the Tertiary Level in Jamaica
Gregory Allen
ProQuest LLC, Ed.D. Dissertation, Delaware State University
The main objective of this qualitative case study was to explore the causes of academic dishonesty at the tertiary level in Jamaica. The participants were 6 students and 6 faculty members who were selected purposefully from one tertiary institution in Jamaica. The main data-gathering instrument was semi-structured interviews. The study's findings disclosed that time management, peer pressure, parental pressure, fear of failure, lack of preparation, laziness, and lack of self-confidence were some of the major causes of academic dishonesty. In addition, the study disclosed that Using cell phones and smartwatches, writing answers on body parts, and plagiarism were some of the unethical behaviors exhibited by students. The study proved that technology contributes to academic dishonesty through ChatGPT/AI and the usage of technological devices. The study also provided strategies to assist administrators in minimizing academic dishonesty at the tertiary level. The study was guided by Ajzen's theory of planned behavior which posits that cheating happens as a result of the opportunity as well as the intention to cheat. Therefore, exploring the causes and efforts to prevent cheating should also act on situational and behavioral factors. The intentions of the behavior are affected by a person's attitude, social norms, perceived control of the behavior, and intentions. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://bibliotheek.ehb.be:2222/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]
Descriptors: Ethics, Cheating, College Students, Foreign Countries, Student Behavior, Influences, Technology Uses in Education, Prevention, Plagiarism, College Faculty
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Publication Type: Dissertations/Theses - Doctoral Dissertations
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Jamaica
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