When you enroll in a DEDP course on MITx Online, you become part of a global learning community. MITx Online aims to provide an inclusive educational experience to anyone with internet access. As a member of this community, you are expected to approach your learning with honesty and academic integrity. The MITx Online Honor Code outlines the expectations and responsibilities of learners, and by enrolling in a DEDP course, you have agreed to abide by this code. The following are the key principles of the honor code:
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Complete all graded material with your own work: You are responsible for completing all graded assignments and exams using only your own work. You should not submit the work of others under your name or have someone else submit work on your behalf.
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Maintain a single-user account: You should have only one user account and not share your username and password with others. Creating multiple user accounts or allowing someone else to use your account is considered cheating.
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Do not access previous terms' materials for current term's assignments or exams: It is prohibited to access a previous term's course materials for the purpose of obtaining assignments or exam answers for the current term.
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Engage in honest practices: You should not engage in any activity that dishonestly improves your results or manipulates the results of others. This includes actions such as collaborating with others on graded assignments or exams, sharing answers, or posting answers to problems used for assessing student performance.
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Maintain respectful communication: When interacting with other learners and staff on the platform, it is important to be polite and respectful in your communication.
The honor code is strictly enforced, and violations will be addressed directly. If any suspicious activity is identified, MITx Online reserves the right to take actions such as removing credit, withholding certificates, revoking certificates, or banning individuals from DEDP courses. Academic honesty is highly valued at MIT, and the introduction of the MicroMasters Credential has heightened the significance of integrity in your work. The program team diligently monitors academic honesty to ensure a fair learning environment for all learners.