In recent days, data has emerged indicating that online cheating is becoming increasingly common among international tertiary students, with many leveraging online “homework assistance” services like Chegg. The news comes just a couple of months after research found that students believe cheating is now easier due to the rise in online learning since COVID-19. Given the high tuition fees for international students and the academic performance requirement for Student visa holders, many international students have reported feeling like cheating is their only option.
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