Talking to students about suspected cheating is a delicate and often challenging task, but it’s necessary for maintaining academic integrity. In this webinar, you’ll discover how to navigate these tough conversations with empathy and clarity, addressing academic integrity concerns through constructive dialogue without alienating students.
Administrators from Coastal Alabama Community College will share their experiences in using exam report data as evidence to support conversations about academic integrity. They will also discuss unexpected factors, such as disabilities, that play a role in these discussions.
Intended Audience
Faculty and instructors, administrators, and student support personnel
Key Takeaways
- Best practices to initiate and prepare for these challenging conversations
- Practical strategies for managing these discussions, backed by real-life examples from educators
- Communication tips to help maintain empathy and respect during the discussions
- How to collect and present evidence of academic dishonesty using Honorlock exam insights
Sponsored By
Mary Beth Lancaster, Ed.D.
Dean of Academic Instruction – Coastal Alabama Community College
Dr. Mary Beth Lancaster has had the privilege of working in higher education for 31 years. Her experiences in adult education; grant oversight; institutional effectiveness; classroom instruction in English and public speaking; and multiple administrative roles have paved the way for her to embrace all facets of her institution and position herself to be a servant leader. Currently serving as the Dean of Academic Instruction, Dr. Lancaster has the opportunity to work with students, faculty, staff, and administration to forge a path for students to reach their academic, career, and personal goals – and achieve dreams that they might not have thought of yet. Whether serving as President of the Alabama General Studies Committee or working alongside her colleagues on multiple institutional committees, she enjoys the daily opportunities that a multi-campus rural community college presents and counts it a blessing to have a small part in changing lives in Southwest Alabama.