I am working on converting a typical syllabus into one that is in a universal course design (UCD) format. One of the standard sections in the UCD guide is called “Academic Honesty”, and it suggests you enter a link to the appropriate university policy if one exists. The course I am working one will be an offering in an online program, and I was surprised to find that the appropriate section is entitled “Academic Dishonesty.” [emphasis mine]
I am aware that some people feel that too much is made of sematics, but in this case it makes me feel that the assumption in the policy is one of guilt rather than not.