ACADEMIC INTEGRITY AS A PREREQUISITE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND SCIENCE IN UKRAINE
Abstract
The article examines the role of academic integrity as a fundamental prerequisite for developing higher education and science in Ukraine, in the context of modern global requirements and integration into the international educational space. The main challenges are highlighted, notably the widespread occurrence of plagiarism, cheating, data falsification, and the insufficient awareness of ethical principles among participants in the educational process. Deficiencies in the current legislation regarding the prevention of academic fraud are analysed. The necessity of enhancing the normative-legal framework is emphasised, particularly through the adoption of a dedicated Law of Ukraine “On Academic Integrity”. Attention is devoted to the influence of technological progress, specifically artificial intelligence, on academic ethics and the potential for utilizing modern software to detect plagiarism and AI-generated texts. Promising directions for overcoming issues related to integrity violations are outlined: conducting educational outreach, establishing effective accountability mechanisms, and introducing the academic discipline “Academic Integrity” into educational curricula. A comprehensive approach to implementing ethical standards is proposed as a means of improving the quality of education and scientific research, preparing highly qualified specialists, and enhancing Ukraine’s international reputation.
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