Integrity Policies in the Electronic Training Environment - Dawam Training Center

Dwam Training Center is committed to fostering an online training environment characterized by integrity and transparency by implementing clear policies that ensure intellectual honesty and academic integrity among trainees and trainers.

Procedures for achieving integrity in the e-learning environment

1. Trainee Identity Verification

   • The trainee is required to turn on their video camera during training sessions or tests to verify their identity and show identification when needed.

2. Awareness of integrity regulations and penalties

   • All trainees and trainers are familiarized with the systems for detecting fraud and impersonation and the consequences.

3. Utilizing technical solutions

   • Advanced security technologies are applied such as secure browsers that prevent other programs from opening on the desktop during exams, and prohibit copying or transferring from the exam.

4. Reviewing disallowed behaviors

   • Any incidents that violate the training integrity policies are monitored by the training staff, to ensure the quality of the evaluation process and take appropriate action.

The concept of integrity in an online training environment

Integrity is a fundamental principle in the e-learning environment, as it means a commitment to intellectual honesty and scientific integrity in delivering training content and conducting assessments. It is an essential pillar of the distance training system, ensuring fairness of evaluation and transparency of performance.

Forms of integrity violations in e-learning

• Impersonation: Another person taking the test or participating on behalf of the primary trainee.
• Cheating: Using illegal means during assessments or tests.
• Plagiarism: Copying or quoting training content or research without attribution.
• Counterfeiting: Submitting false documents or results for any training purpose.

Penalties for Violating Integrity in Online Training

If any violation of online training rules is confirmed, the following penalties will be applied based on the type of violation:

1. Warning and NoticeAn official warning will be issued to the trainee regarding the committed violation.
2. Partial RestrictionThe trainee may be barred from taking a specific exam or assessment.
3. Failing StatusThe trainee's results in some or all exam subjects may be canceled.
4. Revocation of Previous ResultsAll previous exam results may be nullified in cases of severe violations.
5. Training and Exam BanThe trainee may be prohibited from taking exams for one or more training cycles, with a maximum ban period of one year.

Dwam Training Center reaffirms its commitment to enforcing these policies to ensure a fair and transparent learning environment that upholds the values of integrity and academic honesty in all online training programs.