Cheating in Online English Tests: The Impact of Major and GPA on Students' Cheating Behaviors and Proposed Solutions
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| Title: | Cheating in Online English Tests: The Impact of Major and GPA on Students' Cheating Behaviors and Proposed Solutions |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Elahe Asadpour, Hooshang Yazdani |
| Source: | Journal of Educators Online. 2025 22(4). |
| Availability: | Journal of Educators Online. Grand Canyon University, 23300 West Camelback Road, Phoenix, AZ 85017. e-mail: CIRT@gcu.edu. Web site: https://www.thejeo.com |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 15 |
| Publication Date: | 2025 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Education Level: | Higher Education Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: | Cheating, Computer Assisted Testing, Majors (Students), Grade Point Average, Student Behavior, Integrity, Prevention, Undergraduate Students, Student Attitudes, English (Second Language), Intellectual Disciplines, Foreign Countries, Correlation, Plagiarism, Ethics |
| Geographic Terms: | Iran |
| ISSN: | 1547-500X |
| Abstract: | The advent of online learning in contemporary educational landscapes has established online examinations as key evaluative instruments. Despite their growing use, there remains a lack of scholarly inquiry into online examinations, academic integrity, and preventative measures against dishonesty. This research aims to explore the perceptions of 153 undergraduate students enrolled in online general English courses across humanities and engineering faculties at Yasuj University and Shahrekord University in Iran. The objective is to delve into the students' perceptions of various forms of cheating and to propose strategies to restrict such behavior. Employing a mixed-method research design, participants were surveyed using 23 items including an open-ended question at the end. This study also analyzed the influence of GPA and field of study on perceptions of cheating. We uncovered a range of cheating strategies that students utilized in online assessments and propose solutions to restrict such practices. Notably, the study revealed that GPA significantly influences student perceptions towards and engagement in cheating, whereas the field of study was not a determinant factor. These insights might be instrumental in enhancing the structure and administration of online examinations. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2025 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1486120 |
| Database: | ERIC |
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