AN OPEN CLASS ON ACADEMIC INTEGRITY AND PLAGIARISM PREVENTION WAS HELD AT ZH.A. TASHENEV UNIVERSITY

Open Class

On October 22, 2026, lecturer D. Khudaiqulkyzy conducted an open class on “Academic Integrity and Plagiarism Prevention” within the course “Academic Writing” for students of group 4201-25р of the 6B04201 “Jurisprudence” educational program at the Department of Law.

Purpose of the Class:

To develop students’ understanding of the principles of academic integrity, explain the concept and main types of plagiarism, and introduce the rules of proper citation and the responsible use of academic sources. The class also aimed to develop independent learning skills, encourage responsible academic conduct, and emphasize the importance of following academic ethics.

Course of the Class:

During the class, the lecturer used a PowerPoint presentation to explain the fundamental principles of academic integrity, the causes of plagiarism, and effective ways to prevent it. Through practical activities and discussions, students examined examples of academic misconduct, learned to distinguish proper citation from plagiarism, and discussed the importance of originality and honesty in academic writing.

At the end of the class, students asked questions, analyzed the proposed situations, and reinforced their knowledge of academic writing requirements, source referencing, and the responsible use of information.

The open class was conducted at a high organizational and methodological level. Particular attention was paid to developing students’ academic culture, strengthening their sense of responsibility, and promoting integrity in their educational and research activities.