Faculty Support at RDP Library

Red Deer Polytechnic has the following policy and procedure regarding academic integrity:

• Student Rights and Responsibilities Policy
• Academic Misconduct Procedure

The Library has an Academic Integrity guide which provides information for faculty about using the Academic Integrity Tutorials:

• Academic Integrity Fundamentals Tutorial: Designed to foster an understanding of academic integrity at RDP. The tutorial is fully aligned with RDP’s Student Rights and Responsibilities Policy and Academic Misconduct Procedure. 
• Academic Integrity Remedial Tutorial: Designed for students who have already committed an offense of academic misconduct.

Katelynn Mills, Academic Integrity Coordinator, has developed an Academic Integrity Sanction Matrix and Academic Misconduct Reporting Letter Template. Questions about these documents can be directed to Katelynn at katelynn.mills@rdpolytech.ca

Artificial Intelligence detection tools come with many limitations. The following articles explore the limitations of AI detection tools in academics, including:

• detection accuracy
• biases against non-native English speakers
• ethical considerations

Understanding these factors helps faculty use AI detection responsibly.

"Notably, while AI detection tools can provide some insights, their inconsistent performance and dependence on the sophistication of the AI models necessitate a more holistic approach for academic integrity cases, combining AI tools with manual review and contextual considerations. The findings also call for reassessing traditional educational methods in the face of AI and digital technologies, suggesting a shift towards AI-enhanced learning and assessment while fostering an environment of academic honesty and responsibility." (Elkhatat et al., 2023, p. 14)