Date Pledge of Academic Honesty I hereby vow that all scholarly work generated for this class, as well as for any other courses I pursue, will be exclusively my own. I pledge to be the solitary creator of all my assignments, ensuring that they manifest my own concepts and endeavors. Moreover, I concede that unless explicitly acknowledging, rephrasing, or summarizing the contributions of others, all written material will be entirely authentic and not derived from any external origins. Recognition of Peer Contributions I comprehend that utilizing any fragment of a peer’s discourse post without proper recognition constitutes academic dishonesty. Furthermore, I acknowledge that merely altering a peer’s post with minimal adjustments constitutes an act of scholarly deceit. Obligation to Uphold Academic Integrity I vow to promptly inform my instructor if I encounter any instance where another student has misrepresented my work or the work of others. I understand the shared responsibility we hold in preserving the integrity of academic standards at Capella University. Guidelines for Quoting, Paraphrasing, and Summarizing When directly citing a source, I will encase the text in quotation marks, provide context for the citation, and adhere to APA formatting regulations for in-text citations and complete references. In the event of paraphrasing or summarizing, I will reword the content using distinct vocabulary and sentence structures while ensuring appropriate citation within the text and at the conclusion of my work. Exploration of Academic Integrity Resources I will diligently explore the suggested resources on academic integrity, including: Academic Honesty & APA Style and Organization. University Policy 3.01.01: Academic Integrity and Honesty [PDF]. Upholding Academic Integrity. Preventing Plagiarism. Ramifications of Academic Misconduct I acknowledge that any breach of the aforementioned standards constitutes plagiarism, a significant violation of academic integrity according to Capella University’s regulations. If an instructor identifies any instance of academic dishonesty, they will: Directly contact me to address the alleged violation. Offer an opportunity for me to respond and dispute any accusations of plagiarism. Enforce penalties, which may encompass a zero score for the assignment or unit, a failing final grade, among other consequences. Officially report the violation to Capella University in compliance with established protocols. Confirmation and Assent By appending my full name below, I affirm my comprehension of and commitment to adhere to the aforementioned regulations. I acknowledge that these regulations are in accordance with Capella University’s academic policies. Should I have any inquiries or apprehensions regarding this pledge, I will seek elucidation from my instructor before affixing my signature.
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