Navigating the Ethical Dilemma in Digital Learning: Balancing Artificial Intelligence with Spiritual Integrity to Address Cheating
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| Title: | Navigating the Ethical Dilemma in Digital Learning: Balancing Artificial Intelligence with Spiritual Integrity to Address Cheating |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Eka Pariyanti (ORCID |
| Source: | Journal of Applied Research in Higher Education. 2026 18(4):1031-1043. |
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| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 13 |
| Publication Date: | 2026 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Education Level: | Higher Education Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: | Artificial Intelligence, Ethics, Integrity, Cheating, College Students, Incidence, Intention, Student Attitudes, Private Colleges, Correlation, Religious Factors |
| DOI: | 10.1108/JARHE-10-2024-0522 |
| ISSN: | 2050-7003 1758-1184 |
| Abstract: | Purpose: This study aims to examine the phenomenon of academic dishonesty among university students, particularly in the context of increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools. Design/methodology/approach: The study employs direct interviews and a list experiment method to measure the prevalence of academic dishonesty, including students' intentions to use AI tools for online cheating. The respondents consisted of 305 students from the Faculty of Economics and Business at four private universities in Lampung, Indonesia. Findings: The findings reveal that students are generally reluctant to admit dishonest behavior, such as using AI for cheating, when asked directly due to feelings of shame and social pressure. However, the list experiment method, which provides greater anonymity, resulted in a higher level of admission of academic dishonesty. The study also identifies a significant relationship between students' spiritual values and their ethical behavior, with noticeable gender differences in tendencies toward academic dishonesty. Practical implications: Educational institutions are encouraged to develop interventions that foster a supportive academic environment, reduce pressure on students and incorporate spiritual values into the curriculum to promote ethical conduct. Originality/value: This research extends the application of the fraud triangle theory within the context of AI usage in education. It emphasizes the importance of spiritual values in shaping students' academic integrity, showing how spirituality can influence both motivation and rationalization, thereby encouraging ethical behavior. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2026 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1507650 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | Purpose: This study aims to examine the phenomenon of academic dishonesty among university students, particularly in the context of increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools. Design/methodology/approach: The study employs direct interviews and a list experiment method to measure the prevalence of academic dishonesty, including students' intentions to use AI tools for online cheating. The respondents consisted of 305 students from the Faculty of Economics and Business at four private universities in Lampung, Indonesia. Findings: The findings reveal that students are generally reluctant to admit dishonest behavior, such as using AI for cheating, when asked directly due to feelings of shame and social pressure. However, the list experiment method, which provides greater anonymity, resulted in a higher level of admission of academic dishonesty. The study also identifies a significant relationship between students' spiritual values and their ethical behavior, with noticeable gender differences in tendencies toward academic dishonesty. Practical implications: Educational institutions are encouraged to develop interventions that foster a supportive academic environment, reduce pressure on students and incorporate spiritual values into the curriculum to promote ethical conduct. Originality/value: This research extends the application of the fraud triangle theory within the context of AI usage in education. It emphasizes the importance of spiritual values in shaping students' academic integrity, showing how spirituality can influence both motivation and rationalization, thereby encouraging ethical behavior. |
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| ISSN: | 2050-7003 1758-1184 |
| DOI: | 10.1108/JARHE-10-2024-0522 |
