Citing Sources in Module Submissions
/We want to remind students that citing sources is an important requirement for completing modules. Inappropriate citations or lack of citations can raise concerns about plagiarism and can inhibit the instructors' ability to accurately evaluate your understanding of the material.
When paraphrasing, using direct quotes, images, charts from texts or other sources, or when sharing anecdotal information from the Hive Mind or clinical apprenticeship, etc., students are required to cite their sources. To help you with this, I have updated the Student Portal Study Group pages to highlight the requirement to cite sources in student module submissions. Check it out! If you have questions about these requirements or would like additional support, please reach out. We know that not all students have the same familiarity with citation practices, and are happy to help!
A reminder about Academic Integrity
The NMI Student Handbook states, “All students must sign an acknowledgment that they have read and understand the Academic Integrity Policy at NMI.” This policy is explicit in defining what constitutes plagiarism, fabrication, unauthorized collaboration, cheating, and more. I know, those words are all so strong and serious, but as a student, you do need to understand each concept. I encourage all students to please:
Re-read the Academic Integrity Policy;
Review the grading rubric specifications at the beginning of each module;
Review the section on proper citation in the Research Literacy module;
And, be sure to check out the updates on the Study Group page, (Steps 2 and 3) before you submit your next module.
