Academic Integrity in Practice
Everyday decisions. Practical guidance. A month of learning.
October is Academic Integrity Month at York! This year, we're focusing on academic integrity in practice and the everyday decisions we make as members of the York community.
Throughout the month, explore practical tips, test your knowledge through real-world scenarios, participate in workshops and discover resources to help you put academic integrity into practice. With new tips every weekday and a new quiz challenge each week, there's something new to explore throughout October.
Academic Integrity Tip of the Day
Test Your Knowledge: Explore Common Academic Situations
Academic integrity isn't always straightforward. Everyday academic situations can raise questions about what is permitted, what is expected and how to make informed decisions.
Each week in October, explore a new scenario, consider how you would respond and test your understanding of academic integrity in practice. Choose your answer, then discover the reasoning behind the appropriate response and explore related guidance and resources.
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What's happening this month
(Re)Designing the Mode of Course Delivery for Authentic Assessment
October 13, 2026 · 9:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. ET · Online
A one-day intensive exploring accessible course design, authentic assessment and approaches to redesigning courses and assessments in response to generative AI.
International Day of Action for Academic Integrity
October 21, 2026 · Online
Join the global academic community for a day of online presentations, discussions and student activities exploring academic integrity. This year's theme is Recipes for Integrity: Sharing Your Signature Dish.
Academic Integrity: Learn to Stop Worrying About It!
October 21, 2026 · 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. ET · Online
An interactive workshop exploring collaboration, citation, generative AI and practical ways to make informed decisions while maintaining academic integrity.
AI for Research: Getting Started with Generative AI Responsibly
October 26, 2026 · 12:00–1:30 p.m. ET · Online
Explore how generative AI can support research, brainstorming and topic development while considering academic integrity, privacy and responsible use.
Research Skills: Navigating, Reading and Evaluating Information
Wednesday, October 28 · 3:00 PM-4:30 p.m ET
Location: McLaughlin Senior Common Room (MC 140)
Build a strong foundation for academic research by learning how to find, read, and evaluate credible sources. Through practical activities, you'll gain essential skills for searching databases, interpreting scholarly materials, and organizing your research effectively.
For more information, please visit the ACED Certificate Program website.
Writing Matters: Strengthening your Academic Voice
Wednesday, October 28 · 3:00-4:30 p.m. ET Online (Zoom Link provided upon registration)
Develop strategies to approach academic writing with confidence, clarity, and critical thinking. This interactive workshop will help you break down assignments, strengthen your analytical writing skills, and navigate the writing process from research to revision.
For more information, please visit the ACED Certificate Program Website.
Explore Academic Integrity at York
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For students
Find support with citation, writing, time management, generative AI and other academic skills.
For instructors & TAs
Find guidance for communicating expectations, designing assessments and supporting students.
Explore the Academic Integrity Month Book Collection
Discover a collection of books curated by York University Libraries on academic integrity, academic skills, teaching and learning, and generative AI. Browse resources for students and instructors to learn more about putting academic integrity into practice.