Academic Violation
N/A(94)
I was on Committee for Academic Integrity; heard many cases but not know anyone who got in trouble.
A few cheaters lost credit for a test/homework assignment.
Student stopped coming to school in October; never learned why, but I think it was an academic violation.
Several AP students got in trouble for sharing work. Parents notified and grade reduced.
Yes. Policy was to announce charge/punishment in morning meetings to whole school (but no names).
A guy cheated on some bio test and got a 0.
(A non-academic story about a student who was suspended for “civil disobedience”)
Two students used “pencil signals” on a physics exam. One stole a midterm. One hacked the school computer.
Student blatantly cheated on physics test; classmates turned her in; punishment unknown.
Several kids got in trouble for plagiarizing other students’ papers.
Freshman was expelled for cheating.
There is rampant cheating in every HS. A person or group as busted in 25% of my classes.
I turned in my whole pre-calc class for cheating while teacher was absent (assignment not graded).
Some students in some of my CS classes were caught copying code for projects.
Every now and then I’d hear of someone getting in trouble for copying somebody else’s homework.
A few friends were caught cheating and suspended.
Know people cheated from friends in honor council.
Group of students suspended when they submitted a joint project in which one member plagiarized.
Multiple people; biggest was a guy in France who cheated on IB exam, got caught, and couldn’t go to college.
A few students got in trouble on exams/assignments, typically by copying another student; some plagiarism.
Two students were caught cheating in 10th grade on a final History exam.
A student in my grade got in trouble for cheating.
A student cheated on an exam in History class.
Some people in my math class got in trouble for cheating on a test.
Students copied each other’s assignments (the material was supposedly too hard); failed the course.
Some students shared answers/materials on tests with students who didn’t take it (punishment unknown).
Student turned in paper with vocabulary too advanced; instructor found it came from various internet sites.
Rumors that students copying code and were failed arose occasionally.
In English, multiple times, a teacher suspected someone was cheating on a test and threw theirs out.
One of my friends was caught plagiarizing an English essay.
A few of my friends got caught turning in nearly identical programming project; none received credit.
A few football teammates were caught cheating on an English test.
I know someone who failed a project for copying a few sentences from sparknotes.com and not citing it.
Pre-calculus students caught copying quizzes to help students in a class that met later.
Numerous incidents in exams/finals; my friends, when involved, were guilty of providing, not using, answers.
One student copied a paper from the internet; got a 0 (couldn’t make up the grade).
Students were put on disciplinary probation for cheating on tests.
Not. It was well known that cheating occurred, but seldom were students punished for it.
A friend copied paragraphs from two other students; received an F on the paper.
A few kids plagiarized in English and got kicked out of the National Honor Society.
I know someone who was caught cheating.
Students at my school did not dare to cheat due to heavy penalties.
Someone stole a math test answer key.
Some students did no home/in-class work; cheated off a person and all got caught.
A student in my CS class was on the news as part of a story on cheating.
Know students who did it, but they did not get in trouble.
Best Teachers
Knew material, made it interesting, answered questions, cared. Loved teaching and what they taught.
Dedication to teaching, emphasizing learning for learning’s sake (not grades, testing, order following)
Knowledgeable and organized. Passionate about teaching and made subject relevant.
Hold class attention via interesting teaching methods, engaging discussions, enthusiasm for subject.
They were understanding people, not know-it-all lecturing gods (in their own minds).
Level-headed, not uptight about trivial matters, engaging, enthusiastic, serious, liked enthusiastic students.
Respect and appreciation for their students.
They were friendly and willing to help; taught so that students learned (not memorized).
Could explain a complicated topic clearly, so it was remembered; “mean” enough to make you work for grade.
Made classroom feel like group discussion, not a class.
Talked with (not at) students; held discussions, teaching issues and questions.
Knowledge of what was taught; a sense of humor, respect for students, understanding and easy-going attitude.
Teacher enjoys subject, assigns exciting, open-ended projects; makes class fun.
Give attention to individuals; teach advanced/challenging material in an interesting and engaging manner.
Interest in teaching, friendliness, willingness to go outside the syllabus.
Moved class at a fast pace.
Went fast, were smart, liked smart students, were rigorous.
Love of the subject material and teaching made course exciting and fun despite being challenging.
Friendly, caring, and enthusiastic; encouraging to questions. Got to know students and available for questions.
Approachable; had good understanding of topic.
Students free to saw what we though without feeling our answers were wrong; writing, creative projects, humor.
Relaxed style; when lectured it was like he wasn’t teaching, but everything came together; guided assignments.
Should interest outside computing; could chat with outside of class, we both taught each other; was mentor.
Explained material clearly; made it easy for students to discuss; respected questions; challenged us to work.
Relaxed and intelligent.
Engaged in subject; encouraged students to think on their own (not just memorize formula; understand them).
Respectful: didn’t treat us like second graders.
Liked what they did; enjoyed subject; cared how they did; more human than teachers going through motions.
A love for their job, their students, and their subject. In one word: enthusiasm.
Respect for student intelligences; conversational class; short but difficult assignments.
Generous about grades; gives little homework; understand the subject.
Expected a lot; didn’t talk down to us; paid attention to us; accessible and up for outside-class discussions.
Fun, understanding, did more than expected; didn’t teach “out of the book” but you still learned.
Taught subject a long time; able to answer all questions; taught at right level (not too simple or complex).
Tough and taught a lot; I respected them and didn’t want to disappoint them; knew material and were fair.
Available outside of class; cared about students as individuals; explained/showed how (not just lecture).
Able to interact with students of all ability levels; excellent understanding of their subject.
Lectured well and stayed on topic; answered questions after school and generally talked to students.
Made class interesting/exciting; explained well; few questions, answered clearly quickly and completely.
Competent, friendly, engaging; creates interest among students and challenges them.
Friendly, helpful, approachable, responsible.
Enjoyed teaching material, helped students understand, applied what is taught to real world.
Energetic; passionate about their field (fascinated/excited about it too) and able to pass passion on to students.
Upbeat and relaxed; they kept their subject interesting.
Cared about making student learn; not rigid/no strict deadlines; willing to spend time outside of class.
Teachers in classroom and out of it. Enjoyed talking to students during free periods, not just about schoolwork.
Twisted folks who enjoyed making you suffer but enjoyed even more seeing you succeed.
Enthusiastic, down to earth, humble, knowledgeable, good sense of humor.
Humor, connection with students, knowledge of subject, fairness.
Knew the material; not too strict or easily irritable; approachable and friendly.
Enthusiastic, challenge students, explained material well.
Had a passion for their subject and shared it every day in class.
Friendly, modest, knew what they were talking about, provided clear explanations.
Humor; the ability to interest students; make interesting material that is thought to be boring by students.
Depth of knowledge, ease of communication, practicality.
Easily connect with students; teach using materials students understand.
Enjoyed the subject and focused on ideas (not teaching to tests).
Never gave work for work’s sake. High grades given to self-motivated students who questioned and learned.
High and difficult standards combined with flexible and helpful teaching style and expectations.
Intelligent/accomplished and modest/open to new ideas; kept the class interested in subject material.
Engaging, active, theatrical, intelligent, caring.
Friendly and helpful; good mentors; not too distant; able to relate.
Charismatic, unbiased, interested in the subject, nice.
Dedicated, knowledgeable, interesting to listen to.
Lessons were clear; allowed students to complete work independently, unless they needed help.
Thought-provoking lectures; challenging; kind/caring –an advocate for students; mentor; easy to talk to.
Loved their subject (and it was contagious).
Easy to talk to, humorous, took time to help students, challenging, presented material in interesting manner.
Pleasing personality, commanding knowledge, ability to know whether a class is learning.
Solid understanding of material, entertaining teaching style, excellent rapport with students, good explanations.
Smart and kind. Taught in and out of class. Was a teacher and a friend. Could talk to him about anything.
Can clearly explain the subject; class fun to be in.
Took good care of me; understood me as an international student.
Enjoyed teaching; respected their students; organized and knowledgeable; accommodating.
Interested in what they taught and conveyed that interest to students.
Enthusiasm for subject; eager to share their wisdom and their passion.
Cared about what they were doing; willing to spend time helping students; generally, understood students.
Uncompromising in standards and expectations, but still offered help and opportunities to succeed.
Pushed thinking beyond memorization. Force me to apply what I had learned to new situations (not plug&chug).
Enthusiasm, sense of humor, knowledge.
Sense of humor, interest in students, expertise in material, empathy and understanding.
Immense charisma and background/knowledge in the field; supplied encouragement.
Fun, interesting, movtivating; taught to think and question; had interesting stories; didn’t just teach from book.
Passionate about the material and showed respect to their students.
Taught material from experience (not book), flexible in defining success, eager to explain material out of class.
Encouraged me to do extra research and improve my knowledge.
Clear explanations, challenging, can hold class attention, constant questions, humor.
Funny, extremely personable, nice, related well with students, presented course in a clear manner.
Unafraid to teach own ideas/opinions; encourage expression/discussion of our own thought; constant feedback.
Fascination for subject taught, devotion to teaching, desire to make students reach their potential; challenging.
Strict policies enforced on a consistent basis; rules clear and concise; had a sense of humor.
Knowledgeable and passionate about their subjects; took a straightforward approach to teaching.
Humorous, animated, patient; command respect; motivate students; knowledgeable, willing to help, available.
Approachable: students need to be able to seek and get extra help.
Hard (graded on how hard he thought students were working); pushed students; kept pace, but helped students.
Nice, sense of humor, knowledgeable, competent, understanding, enthusiastic, helpful.
Knowledgeable, friendly, approachable, and supportive.
Experienced teaching (many >20 years), high expectations, sense of humor, supplied lots of information.
Memorable personality, mannerisms; nimble with students, active in field of study, tolerant, patient, available.
Great sense of humor and knew how to make the work more interesting.
Positive attitudes, well-rounded personalities, good sense of humor; knew material, approachable; challenging.
Understood subject and had a passion for it; interesting people who liked to get to know their students.
Thoughtful, close attention to students eager to work, humorous, organized.
Knowledgeable, consistent, cared about students, liked what they did, fun, interested in things outside school.
Encouraged new ideas, made effort to involve the entire class.
Class grade based on test, light homework load, extensive knowledge across many disciplines.
Expertise in field, available for help, kept class fun.
Intelligent, respected our intelligence, valued discussion in class, lively enough to make class fun.
Challenging and interesting work; cared about student success; gave interesting projects; knew material.
Taught about life and academics; role model/inspiration; taught how to learn for yourself; learned from students.
Approachable, knowledgeable, creative, experiences; got to know students; know how to teach them.
Creative, odd, make students think a lot.
Encouraging.
Charisma, eagerness towards knowledge and students’ learning.
Studious, reliable, caring.
Motivate/inspire students to work; interesting/understandable presentations; make students think; humor.
Understand material, willing to answer questions/go on tangents; allows students to pace themselves.
Respected students; expected respect from students; demanding but not strict or uptight.
Excellent conveyors of ideas; loved to teach; were always helpful.
Commitment to jobs, student performance; fair; hard working.
Available, friendly, caring, understanding.
Amazing at teaching, fair grading policies, a friend.
Knowledgeable, passion for subject, enjoyed teaching kids, interesting/innovative, created desire to learn.
Spent time with students outside of class; strict with homework/due dates; kept up with published syllabus.
Genuine commitment to education.
Rigorous, consistent, available for questions.
Provided detailed, easy to understand explanations, helpful, concerned about individuals, varied style/approach.
Good sense of humor; willing to help.
Told relevant stories; considered “hard” by most students.
Taught the material without making it seem like work; good personality.
Relaxed personality, excellent instruction, kept us informed of our progress.
Energetic and enthusiastic; lessons beyond classroom; easy to relate to.
Organized, taught thoroughly, gave individual attention; graded fairly; good sense of humor; knew students.
Available outside of class; interesting ways to present material; connected current/prior lessons; fun in class.
Respected their students (for knowledge and attitude); interacted with them.
Made me want to learn the material.
Helped students outside class; created an interesting classroom environment.
Interest in subject, keeping up with developments, strictness, requiring organization, encouraging interest.
CMU Faculty
Love and knowledgeable in subject areas.
Dedication to teaching, emphasizing learning for learning’s sake (not grades, testing, order following)
Mixture of those who love teaching and those who teach (but love research).
Hold class attention and be enthusiastic; effectively present knowledge to students.
Down-to-earth folks.
Busier than HS teachers (less one-on-one tutoring); enthusiastic, friendly, serious, intolerant of apathy.
Knowledgeable and caring.
Goal is for students to learn; won’t be as personable because of number of students, but willing to help if asked.
More knowledgeable but less accessible; focused on making sure all students learn and excel.
Will focus more on lecturing and note-taking.
I expect to be treated as an equal (not talked down to); they should help me work on problems, not give answers.
Friendly, eccentric; care about teaching ugrads and open to ideas; allow ugrads to work with them on research.
Will have fun teaching so we can enjoy learning.
Focusing on teaching us to think/learn, rather than simple regurgitation.
Provide challenging and exciting courses presented in a unique and interesting way.
Move at a faster pace than HS, with faculty willing to work with students.
Better than: “Went fast, were smart, liked smart students, were rigorous.”
Passionate about their subject and challenge students to think in new ways.
Fair and open, friendly and approachable, open to new ideas, willing to listen to students, friendly.
Teach classes without endless note copying; available when we need help (and willing to give it).
Curriculum will be more rigid, but still some freedom. I’m expecting a more experienced teacher.
Glad to help students on research projects; those who work together will be close.
Easily accessible; friendly (since we all live in the same community).
I expect the same (as my HS teachers).
More laid back.
The same (as my HS teachers). A higher concentration of better ones would be great, but I’m not expecting it.
A little less personal by hopefully still enthusiastic.
Less hands-on (because it is larger than HS).
Smart and really understands the subject.
The same (as my HS teachers).
Similar (to HS) but more demanding.
More formally thatn HS (we had only 100 students grade).
Good at teaching the basics. Smarter (than HS teachers) so they will be able to teach what they think is basic.
Will spend time with students needing extra help.
Eager to for students to be self-motivated and to work out of class.
More distant and not know students as well; more knowledgeable and able to answer more in-depth questions.
Be able to give a good answer to any question regarding the course.
Friendly and helpful.
Similar to HS.
Less personalized attention, but with same dedication and interest in the topic.
Equally (to HS) passionate; I worry about getting professors who love their field but hate teaching.
They all are very excited about their subject and will be interesting (more than in HS).
Expect to spend more time with TAs than professors; don’t expect professors to be flexible about deadlines.