You are taking the evidence-based practice course and one of your classmates shares an EBP project draft with you. You notice that some of the research has not been cited correctly or even at all. When you approach your classmate, the response is that “no one will notice and it is not a big deal anyway.” What are your next steps in speaking with your classmate? Consider how this could reflect on the credibility and integrity of the individuals involved, the University, and the profession. 250 words

If this is the case, you must discuss with your classmates any incorrect or missing references. Failure to comply with this rule can have a negative impact on the integrity of a project, a course and the entire profession.

In order to understand the importance of correctly citing sources, we must first emphasize its importance. Citing your sources is a way to recognize the work of researchers and academics and gives them due credit. The reader can also verify and confirm the validity of claims. It is also possible that incorrect or missing citations will result in plagiarism. Plagiarism can be a grave offense and have severe consequences including expulsion or suspension from university.

You should also remind your fellow student that academic honesty is an important value for the university and profession. This value is important because it not only affects the credibility and reputation of the individual and project, but also the University.

Your instructor may be able to help you if the classmate is still refusing to correctly cite their sources. Your instructor will be able to provide you with additional guidance on how to resolve the problem and make sure that your project is up-to-date.

It is important to address the problem of missing or incorrect citations in order to maintain academic integrity, as well as the credibility of individuals, universities, and professions. You should approach this issue sensitively and offer support in order to make your student understand the significance of correct citations.