27 February 2026 to 1 March 2026
Asia/Tokyo timezone

Academic Integrity in the current era: A few thoughts, a few relevant Moodle applications, a lot of questions

1 Mar 2026, 10:00
25m
一般講演 / General Presentation 授業実践と教材開発 / Practices and Materials in Classroom SUN MORNING ROOM A

Speaker

Rob Hirschel (Sojo University)

Description

Academic dishonesty has a long and distinguished history. When addressing issues of cheating, it is important to remember that this is not new. Technology has, however, made cheating potentially easier, cheaper and more democratic.

This presentation will briefly highlight some historical instances of cheating (and alleged cheating), before moving on to unique issues posed by generative AI. Next, we will discuss Moodle and non-Moodle responses to cheating, and the efficacy and shortcomings of each of these approaches. Moodle applications to be discussed include Quiz module functions such as browser security (Full screen pop-up with some JavaScript Security, Safe Exam Browser) and question randomization, the use of rolling assignment deadlines as enabled by Marcus Green’s Driprelease plugin, employing Moodlebox and Raspberry Pi as presented by Bill White at MoodleMoot Japan 2025, and different activity types such as H5P Interactive Video, for low-stakes assignments.

It is hoped that attendees of this presentation will share opinions as informed by experience and contribute potential solutions for various circumstances. There is no easy, definitive answer to the problem of academic dishonesty, but an open and honest discussion of the issues and possible responses may help teachers to better confront the enduring dilemma.

発表日の希望 / Preferred Day いずれの日でも結構です / Either day is fine
MAJ R&D Grant いいえ

Author

Rob Hirschel (Sojo University)

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