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Academic misconduct

I’m currently studying at Arden University and one out of 3 of my assignments which I’ve submitted is being investigated for academic misconduct and the only thing I can think of is because I found my own sources outside of their library. Has anyone else had this? They’re not really communicating and I had to email them myself for me to find out. Also considering transferring university. How good is Open University for studying Law online?
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For me, there are two possibilities.

1.

Your work was entirely your own. You wrote it and didn't copy and paste someone else's work but perhaps referenced something incorrectly. In my experience you generally only need to quote a sentence or two so it is never much of a problem.

2.

You used ChatGPT or copied expensive elements of your work from some other source. In which case I believe that is called cheating.

You know if you cheated or not.
Original post by Anonymous
I’m currently studying at Arden University and one out of 3 of my assignments which I’ve submitted is being investigated for academic misconduct and the only thing I can think of is because I found my own sources outside of their library. Has anyone else had this? They’re not really communicating and I had to email them myself for me to find out. Also considering transferring university. How good is Open University for studying Law online?

Hi

I am only a former student there, but I do have over 10 years teaching experience in FE / H.E

The previous poster makes some great points. I would like to add that if you haven't got the APA referencing format correct it can flag up a high similarity score which would be investigated - did you include a reference list. It doesn't matter whether you got information from their online library or not.

Marc
Arden University Student Ambassador
Well, after weeks of chasing the university up, which first of all I find ridiculous as they should’ve kept me in the loop, they believe I used AI because my vocabulary is too advanced for foundation year. If Arden University expected such low standards of their students then I would’ve never applied here. Once my first year is complete I will be moving over to open university
(edited 3 months ago)
PSA: I would not recommend Arden university AT ALL!
I study too at Arden and have been also called out onmiscounted for use of AI also, the funny part is the part ofmy assignment they are claiming I used AI for I spentages writing I used AI as a guide however reworded it, Imainly used it as a plan and guide rather than straight upcopy. After ages of waiting for a response I was told I’mon my final warning (never had one before) and that Imight not be able to resist the assignment so I’mguessing I’d have to do my foundation year again. I spentages doing my assignments and I’m not the smartestperson so I really do work hard for my grades. No issueswith the other assignments I did and I used AI for thesame thing to help with layout and to guide.
Original post by Anonymous
I study too at Arden and have been also called out onmiscounted for use of AI also, the funny part is the part ofmy assignment they are claiming I used AI for I spentages writing I used AI as a guide however reworded it, Imainly used it as a plan and guide rather than straight upcopy. After ages of waiting for a response I was told I’mon my final warning (never had one before) and that Imight not be able to resist the assignment so I’mguessing I’d have to do my foundation year again. I spentages doing my assignments and I’m not the smartestperson so I really do work hard for my grades. No issueswith the other assignments I did and I used AI for thesame thing to help with layout and to guide.

Sorry auto correct did me dirty hope you know what I mean
Original post by Arden University
Hi
I am only a former student there, but I do have over 10 years teaching experience in FE / H.E
The previous poster makes some great points. I would like to add that if you haven't got the APA referencing format correct it can flag up a high similarity score which would be investigated - did you include a reference list. It doesn't matter whether you got information from their online library or not.
Marc
Arden University Student Ambassador


hi how many % does final year count towards your degree
Original post by Anonymous
I study too at Arden and have been also called out onmiscounted for use of AI also, the funny part is the part ofmy assignment they are claiming I used AI for I spentages writing I used AI as a guide however reworded it, Imainly used it as a plan and guide rather than straight upcopy. After ages of waiting for a response I was told I’mon my final warning (never had one before) and that Imight not be able to resist the assignment so I’mguessing I’d have to do my foundation year again. I spentages doing my assignments and I’m not the smartestperson so I really do work hard for my grades. No issueswith the other assignments I did and I used AI for thesame thing to help with layout and to guide.

Oh damn! I’m still waiting on a reply, honestly it’s a sh*t university and I know most of their employees are on here so if you’re reading this, idc 🤣 I’m deffo switching uni
Original post by carole ikwumere
hi how many % does final year count towards your degree

@carole ikwumere

Hi, I can't speak for Arden as I did my MSc and not BA Hons there, but when I was at a red brick University about 11 years ago, The marks in the final year of a three year degree are typically worth 75% of the overall marks, the first year grades don't usually go to anything. With any University you choose it is best checking their assessment and grading policies. Another factor is whether you choose to write a dissertation or choose to study different units

Marc
Arden University Student Ambassador
(edited 1 month ago)
Original post by _sereenharoon
PSA: I would not recommend Arden university AT ALL!

Why? I'm consider enrollment so any information would help
@Vystopian

For a holistic view of the quality of any University check out their Teaching Excellence Framework score from the Office for Students - it takes into account things like learner outcomes, student feedback etc and should be easy to find online. It is one of the UK's most recognised signs of quality for H.E

Marc
Arden University Student Ambassador
Original post by Anonymous
I’m currently studying at Arden University and one out of 3 of my assignments which I’ve submitted is being investigated for academic misconduct and the only thing I can think of is because I found my own sources outside of their library. Has anyone else had this? They’re not really communicating and I had to email them myself for me to find out. Also considering transferring university. How good is Open University for studying Law online?

Hi! Could I ask what happened with this as I have a similar issue . It is my first assignment and my grade is on hold for misconduct. I am certain I did not copy any work from anyone or sources . I think my referencing may have been poor but still quite confused and worried .
Original post by Anonymous
I study too at Arden and have been also called out onmiscounted for use of AI also, the funny part is the part ofmy assignment they are claiming I used AI for I spentages writing I used AI as a guide however reworded it, Imainly used it as a plan and guide rather than straight upcopy. After ages of waiting for a response I was told I’mon my final warning (never had one before) and that Imight not be able to resist the assignment so I’mguessing I’d have to do my foundation year again. I spentages doing my assignments and I’m not the smartestperson so I really do work hard for my grades. No issueswith the other assignments I did and I used AI for thesame thing to help with layout and to guide.

I have a similar issue . Could I ask what happened as I’m confused myself .
Original post by anonymouss280
I have a similar issue . Could I ask what happened as I’m confused myself .

They just basically said I have to re do assignment and that was my final warning even though it was first time it happened and I didn’t even cheat lol
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