Two new academic integrity focused modules have been developed by Melissa Gomis, teaching and learning librarian, and Emma Perry, former associate director of the Writing Center. These modules are available in the Canvas Commons searchable by name. Once instructors add them to a course, they may modify them in any way that meets their teaching and learning goals.
Introduction to Academic Integrity and Citation Resources
This module is foundational for all levels. It will take students 30-40 minutes to complete. Students will learn to:
- Identify UNL's definitions of academic integrity and plagiarism.
- Articulate reasons for attributing sources.
- Recognize differences among quotation, paraphrase, and summary.
- Identify resources to support academic integrity.
Developing a Writing Process and Inclusive Citational Practices
This module builds on foundational knowledge related to writing and citing. Students will learn to:
- Identify parts of the writing process and reflect on and document their writing process.
- Identify and access resources for addressing gaps in representation and perspective.
- Practice using a synthesis matrix to prepare to integrate potential sources with respect to knowledge about your discipline and project.
- Review strategies for working through writer's block.
The libraries have a much shorter Fundamentals of Academic Integrity tutorial available outside of Canvas for those wanting a very short introduction or refresher on academic integrity and plagiarism at UNL.
These resources focus on teaching students how to responsibly engage in scholarly communication rather than focusing on the punitive aspects of plagiarism.
To see all of the libraries modules in the Canvas Commons search for “unl libraries”. If you have questions, ideas for additional tutorials, or want to discuss a custom library tutorial for your course, contact Melissa Gomis at melissa.gomis@unl.edu.