Tribhuvan University's Faculty of Education has introduced a robust plagiarism screening procedure for postgraduate research papers. This initiative, mandated by the Dean's Office and the Examination Control Office, ensures academic integrity across all faculties and departments within the Faculty of Education.
Mandatory Plagiarism Screening Standards
In accordance with the guidelines from the Dean's Office and the resolution passed by the Faculty Council on 2080/10/17, the following parameters have been defined for conducting plagiarism checks through the iThenticate software:
- Similarity Index: Should not exceed 20% for research papers at the Master's level.
- Small Matches Threshold: Established at 10 words.
- Screening Exclusions:
- Quotations and references are allowed.
- Matches below 1% from smaller sources will be disregarded.
- Abstracts, methods, and materials sections are exempt from the screening process.
| Setting | Master’s Level Research Document |
|---|---|
| Similarity Index | <20% |
| Small Matches Threshold | 10 words |
| Exclude Quotes/Reference | YES |
| Exclude Small Sources | <1% |
| Exclude Abstract | NO |
| Exclude Methods & Materials | NO |
| Limit Searches to: | |
| Crossref | YES |
| Crossref Posted Content | YES |
| Internet | YES |
| ProQuest/Publications | YES |
Research Document Examination Scope
The plagiarism detection process will extend across various databases and platforms, including:
- Crossref and its posted content
- Internet sources
- ProQuest and other publication archives
Mandatory Compliance for Academic Submissions
This announcement serves as a reminder to all campus heads, Deans, and department heads to ensure the authenticity of research papers before final evaluation. The enforcement of these standards is scheduled to commence from 1st Falgun 2080.
Contact and Verification
For any inquiries or additional information, stakeholders can contact Tribhuvan University using the provided contact details. It is crucial for all academic personnel to adhere to these guidelines to uphold the university's prestige and scholarly standards.
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