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Tips for Educators: Using Moss Stanford to Promote Academic Integrity in Coding Classes

Worried about students copying code in your programming class? You're not alone! Moss Stanford, a code similarity checker, can be a helpful tool, but it requires a bit of know-how.

Here are some simple tips to make Moss Stanford your ally in promoting academic integrity:

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  • Set Clear Expectations: Explain what constitutes plagiarism in coding and how Moss Stanford works.
  • Use it Regularly: Run assignments through Moss Stanford to deter copying and identify potential issues early on.
  • Focus on Learning, Not Catching: Use Moss Stanford as a way to guide students towards understanding concepts, not just punishment. Encourage them to explain any flagged similarities.

Looking for a user-friendly alternative to Moss Stanford? Check out Codequiry! It offers a similar Code Similarity Checker with a focus on helping students learn from their mistakes.

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