# 8 Academic conduct versus academic integrity

There is a difference between academic integrity and academic conduct. However, you might hear them used interchangeably. Here you will look at the subtle differences between the two.

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It is very important that you are honest about your assessments and that the work you submit is your own.

When we talk about student behaviours we mean the activities and actions that you undertake just before you start an assessment and during your assessment. For example, one student shared that when they start an assessment they clear their desk area (action), light a candle (action), and check they have all the stationery they need (action). They then start their assessment by reading through their notes and highlighting sentences and sections they want to use (activity) before taking a fresh page and writing a paraphrased page of notes (activity). They make sure that they include citations throughout their new notes to ensure they know where the ideas came from.

## Activity 4 Reflection 2

Allow approximately 10 minutes

List the activities and actions you do just before you start an assessment

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### Discussion

Positive student behaviours can include:

- Taking ownership of the assessment content and being an original author
- Putting time into planning and managing time before writing a first draft
- Reading and interpreting the assessment brief
- Using Turnitin formatively for drafts
- Engaging with support and tutorials.

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