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  • Essay / Academic Cheating Essay - 991

    There is another group of students who believe that cheating is unacceptable. This does not mean that having the attitude that cheating is unacceptable necessarily means that students do not cheat, but it does suggest that the student has a different moral compass. According to the Josephson Institute, students whose parents/guardians view education as a source of knowledge and skill development over grades alone, viewed cheating as unacceptable. (Jarc, Richard) The Josephson Institute suggests that students who find cheating unacceptable likely place a high value on ethical behaviors such as: (Jarc, Richard) Trustworthiness Be honest • Don't cheat, cheat, or steal • Be reliable — do what you say you will • Have the courage to do the right thing • Build a good reputation • Be loyal — support your family, friends and country Respect Treat others with respect; follow the golden rule • Be tolerant and accepting of differences • Use good manners, not foul language • Be considerate of the feelings of others • Do not threaten, hit or hurt anyone • Deal peacefully with anger, insults and