The Rise of Student Cheating

Student cheating in academic settings has surged, driven by the normalization of unethical behaviors during the pandemic. Many students view cheating as an acceptable means to cope with the pressures of academic life, feeling that the relevance of assignments often does not justify their effort. The use of artificial intelligence tools for completing assignments and exams has escalated, leading to a significant challenge for professors who struggle to maintain academic integrity. This trend is reflected in self-reported statistics where a sizeable percentage of students admit to various forms of cheating, indicating the scale of the issue.