UPHOLDING ACADEMIC INTEGRITY IN WRITING: CHALLENGES, POLICIES, AND PRACTICES IN HIGHER EDUCATION

Authors

  • Rakhimova Nasiba Bakhshillayevna Teacher at Bukhara State Pedagogical Institute

Keywords:

Academic integrity, Plagiarism in student writing, Higher education policies, Ethical writing practices, Citation and referencing skills, Contract cheating, University plagiarism prevention

Abstract

Academic integrity in writing is central to the mission of higher education, as it safeguards the credibility of scholarship and ensures fairness among students. Despite increasing awareness, violations such as plagiarism, fabrication, and contract cheating continue to pose significant challenges. This article explores the meaning of academic integrity in writing, common forms of misconduct, institutional policies, and effective strategies to cultivate ethical writing practices among university students.

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Published

2025-09-26

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Rakhimova Nasiba Bakhshillayevna. (2025). UPHOLDING ACADEMIC INTEGRITY IN WRITING: CHALLENGES, POLICIES, AND PRACTICES IN HIGHER EDUCATION. Journal of Applied Science and Social Science, 15(09), 933–936. Retrieved from https://www.internationaljournal.co.in/index.php/jasass/article/view/1912

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Vol. 15 No. 09 (2025): Volume 15 Issue 09

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