Cheating on College Exams

Cheating on exams is a violation of college standards; it is a misrepresentation of the student’s true capabilities. Cheating can be the worst form of deception, it is considered to be unethical, and it is the opposite of honesty. Forms of academic dishonesty may include copying from the test of someone within eyesight, crib sheets or swapping papers. Likewise because of technological advances, such as the I-phone some of these devices may be used to cheat as well. For instance an exam could be photographed and e-mailed to another student. I believe it is relatively safe to assume if a person is going to cheat on college exams, they are likely to make similar choices in other areas of their life. The practice of cheating can contribute to the moral decline of the family and society. Perhaps their need to be right is stronger than wanting to do the right thing. However, we all know what it feels like when someone cheats us; the cheater may not think that their actions affect anyone, however their can be unintended consequences. Consequently doing the right thing usually requires more time and hard work so the cheater typically rationalizes they do it because they did not have enough time to study.

The reasons for cheating on college exams has many facets, however the behavior not only impacts the cheater but, has unintended consequences, which can affect others as well. Some of the well- known implications or consequences of cheating may involve getting a zero on the exam or failing the course. Furthermore depending how severe the offence, they may be expelled. In fact they can be required to go before a disciplinary board. Depending on the circumstances it may result in academic probation. However, some profe...

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...ed in navigating the plane your flying on? I hardly think so. It appears by cheating on some of these exams lives could possibly be at risk.

Overall, moral values and integrity play a major part in the choices we make. Deciding weather to cheat or to work hard and apply oneself can be a moral dilemma. Struggling with wanting a higher grade or gaining the approval of others can be a factor in that decision. However we all have to face the consequences of our actions. I prefer to make errors on my exams and endeavor to learn from them. I believe that learning from mistakes is part of gaining wisdom which is only earned through time and experience. In addition if the cheater wants to someday gain the trust of others. The perpetrator will be faced with the need to reestablish an honest reputation, all of which will take hard work and honest application.