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Pre-drafting
Academic honesty questionnaire:
Identify three reasons why students cheat. (Point-form)
1. Most students cheat to get good grades to meet the expectations of their teachers, parents,
or society.
2. The second reason can be a fear of failure, as most learners do not want to fail because failure
may bring some educational expenses and build a negative image of students.
3. The increasing competition is also a reason for that as most students want a competitive
advantage over their peers, so they cheat to do that.

Identify three problems associated with ChatGPT and/or other AI tools. (Point form)
1. AI tools may lack the ability to understand complex emotions that need human judgment and
empathy.

2. These types of tools may collect and store data and there is an issue with how collected
information will be used or protected.
3. Depending too much on AI tools reduces the critical thinking and creativity of humans.

Google and locate 5 of the most used AI tools for essay writing by students in post-Secondary.
Explain why these tools are a breach of academic honesty. (100 words)
The five most used AI tools are Chat Gpt, Grammarly, Copyscape, ProWriting Aid, and
Hemingway Editor.
These AI tools are considered academic breaches because they help students get all the ready-
made content they need to complete their assignments and aid them in cheating on tests.
Academic integrity wants to do original work using their own knowledge, research, and critical
thinking. It's important for students to develop their skills do all their work ethically and
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maintain academic integrity. By using these tools students will not learn anything in the end and
that is not what education means.

Explain ways students can avoid academic dishonesty. (100 words)

1. To avoid academic dishonesty students must develop strong research skills, like how to
find out sources of information from the internet and attribute original authors.
2. Students should use proper citations like APA, and MlA to cite all sources used in their
work.
3. Students should manage their time so they can give more time to their assignments and
homework, as most students use AI to do their work faster.
4. Students should know the academic integrity policies of their institution and specific
guidelines for each assignment.
5. Students should discuss their problems with their teachers if they are struggling with a
particular assignment.
One thing students should know is that academic sucesss is not getting good grades it is about
personal growth and learning.
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Title - Why universities need to look beyond the grades when admitting international students

Student Name: Rohin sharma

Course: College Communications 2 (COMM171)

Instructor Name: Sahel Orouji

Date: 2023-10-8
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Introduction
- Hook or inciting idea; background context; main source; provisional thesis
Liying Cheng and Christopher Chan authored an article titled "The Role of International
Students in Canada's Economy: A Critical Examination" that was published in The Conversation
for educational purposes. . Authors are addressing entrance and grading concerns while
highlighting the importance of international students to Canada's economy and educational
system, with relevance to a broad readership interested in Canadian educational and economic
issues. The article is successful in identifying difficulties and discrepancies while offering
insightful information about how overseas students affect Canada's economy and educational
system.

Summary

The article addresses current policy developments as well as the substantial economic impact
made by international students to Canada.Overall, the essay does a good job of highlighting both
the necessity for fair evaluation procedures and the significance of international students to
Canada's progress.

Response Paragraph 1 - First claim with framework critiquing the main source.
- Textual evidence from primary source; textual evidence from secondary source
The article addresses current policy developments as well as the substantial economic impact
made by international students in Canada. Overall, the essay does a good job of highlighting both
the necessity for fair evaluation procedures and the significance of international students to
Canada's progress. Through specific instances, such as Minister Sean Fraser's decision to ease
the restrictions on off-campus work hours, the article effectively emphasizes the importance of
overseas students in Canada's labor force and knowledge economy. Moreover,It emphasizes the
effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on the enrollment of overseas students, highlighting the
topic's relevance. Research results and expert opinions are used to substantiate the article's
accusations of unfair admissions procedures and grading problems.

Response Paragraph 2 - Second claim with framework critiquing the main source
- Textual evidence from primary source; textual evidence from secondary sources
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The essay remains current by addressing significant problems with international students'
entrance and grading while taking Canada's economy into account. on the evidence.
The article connects these topics to the main theme by discussing the significance of grades in
determining university entrance as well as the wider effects of grades on students' lives.
To deepen the conversation and make the information applicable to a worldwide audience, it
gives a comparative comparison of the grading practices in China and Canada.
The paper aligns its argument with the changing educational landscape by acknowledging the
necessity for valid and equitable grade interpretation in the setting of increased globalization.

Conclusion
- Restatement of the thesis; new questions; concluding statement

When assessing the article, it is evident that it does a good job of examining the impact that
international students have on the Canadian economy as well as the difficulties they face.
The paper discusses the significance of overseas students, emphasizes entrance and grading
concerns, and underscores the demand for accurate and impartial grade interpretation.
Understanding the multiple effects of overseas students is essential for Canada's future as well as
the global context in a time of quickly changing educational environments, and this article is
successful in imparting these ideas.

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