Academic Integrity Policy

Last updated: September 23, 2024

This Academic Integrity Policy outlines our commitment to maintaining high standards of academic honesty and ethical behavior on the LittleProgrammers platform. As a SaaS educational provider, we believe in fostering genuine learning and skill development.

All users are expected to adhere to these guidelines to ensure a fair and authentic learning environment for everyone.

1.1 Core Principles

We expect all users to:

  • Submit original work
  • Properly cite sources
  • Complete assessments independently
  • Respect intellectual property
  • Maintain academic standards

1.2 Learning Objectives

Our integrity policy supports:

  • Genuine skill development
  • Critical thinking growth
  • Professional competency
  • Ethical practice

1.3 Individual Responsibility

Users are responsible for:

  • Understanding integrity guidelines
  • Maintaining honest practices
  • Reporting violations
  • Supporting academic standards

2.1 Definition

Plagiarism includes:

  • Copying code without attribution
  • Submitting others' work
  • Unauthorized collaboration
  • Self-plagiarism
  • Contract cheating

2.2 Prevention

Preventive measures include:

  • Automated code similarity detection
  • Source verification tools
  • Assignment versioning
  • Unique project requirements

2.3 Citation Guidelines

Proper attribution requires:

  • Source code references
  • Library attributions
  • Documentation credits
  • Collaborative acknowledgments

3.1 Acceptable Collaboration

Permitted activities include:

  • Group discussions
  • Peer review sessions
  • Team projects
  • Study groups
  • Mentor guidance

3.2 Prohibited Activities

Not permitted:

  • Sharing assignment solutions
  • Code copying without permission
  • Unauthorized help on tests
  • Misrepresenting contributions

3.3 Group Work

Guidelines for group projects:

  • Clear role definition
  • Individual contribution tracking
  • Shared responsibility
  • Transparent communication

4.1 Types of Violations

Categorized by severity:

  • Minor infractions
  • Repeated violations
  • Serious misconduct
  • Systemic cheating

4.2 Disciplinary Actions

Consequences may include:

  • Warning notifications
  • Assignment nullification
  • Course suspension
  • Account termination
  • Certificate revocation

4.3 Appeal Process

Students may:

  • Request review
  • Submit evidence
  • Provide explanation
  • Seek mediation

5.1 Learning Resources

Available support:

  • Citation guides
  • Academic writing resources
  • Code documentation tools
  • Collaboration platforms

5.2 Reporting Procedures

How to report violations:

  • Use reporting tools
  • Contact course instructors
  • Submit documentation
  • Maintain confidentiality

5.3 Educational Support

Additional assistance:

  • Academic counseling
  • Study skill workshops
  • Time management guidance
  • Stress management resources

This Academic Integrity Policy is fundamental to our educational mission and the value of our platform. We are committed to maintaining high standards of academic honesty and supporting our users in their genuine learning journey.

For questions about academic integrity or to report violations, please contact our academic support team at academic@littleprogrammers.org