An Awareness-Raising Meeting on “Academic Integrity – The Foundation of Quality Education” Was Held

Senior Lecturer of the Department of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Daulet Sabyruly Aliyev, conducted an awareness-raising meeting for students on the topic “Academic Integrity – The Foundation of Quality Education.” The event was also attended by lecturers of the Department of Hygiene and Epidemiology: Z.K. Avizova, I.S. Zhaksybekova, and M. Ghalizhanqyzy.

The main purpose of the event was to broaden students’ understanding of the principles of academic integrity, foster a responsible attitude towards the educational process, and encourage compliance with academic ethics standards.

During the meeting, the senior lecturer provided a comprehensive explanation of the concept of academic integrity, its fundamental principles, and its importance in the education system. Particular attention was paid to such essential values as honesty, fairness, responsibility, trust, and mutual respect.

In addition, students were informed about the main types of academic misconduct, including plagiarism, cheating during examinations, using other people's work without proper acknowledgment of authorship, data falsification, and other actions that violate academic ethics.

The lecturer emphasized that adherence to the principles of academic integrity contributes to improving the quality of education, developing students’ independent thinking skills, and fostering professional responsibility. Particular emphasis was placed on the importance of honesty and professional ethics in the training of future medical professionals.

At the end of the event, the important role of academic integrity in the personal and professional development of future specialists was highlighted. Such events aim to foster a culture of academic integrity among students, strengthen their sense of responsibility, and encourage them to pursue quality education.