At the beginning of the programme, the speaker helped participants gain a comprehensive understanding of plagiarism, self-plagiarism, and their common manifestations in learning and research activities. Through practical examples, students were able to identify behaviours that could constitute academic misconduct while learning effective measures to prevent plagiarism and ensure honesty and transparency in assignments, essays, graduation theses, and future research projects.

One of the key topics of the workshop was the role of source citation in academic research. The speaker provided detailed guidance on in-text citation as well as the preparation of reference lists in accordance with the APA 7 referencing style for a wide range of sources, including books, journal articles, dissertations, theses, and websites. By analysing specific examples, students gained a clear understanding of citation principles, methods for acknowledging sources, and important considerations for avoiding common citation errors.

In addition, the workshop devoted time to discussing the citation of artificial intelligence (AI) tools and important considerations when using AI in learning and research. As AI tools become increasingly prevalent, the appropriate, responsible, and academically compliant use of AI has become a topic of great interest among students. The speaker’s insights helped participants better understand the role of AI as a supportive tool while emphasising the importance of critical thinking, information verification, and individual academic responsibility.

Beyond theoretical presentations, the workshop was designed to promote interaction and hands-on learning. Participants engaged in individual practical exercises, directly applying the knowledge they had acquired to tasks involving plagiarism identification, the selection of appropriate citation methods, and the preparation of reference lists following the APA 7 guidelines. This practical session provided students with an opportunity to reinforce their understanding while developing the skills needed to address common challenges encountered in academic learning and research.

Following the practice session, many students actively presented their citation, shared their approaches, and discussed unresolved questions directly with the speaker. The discussion was lively, with numerous practical questions raised by participants. The two-way interaction between the speaker and students contributed to creating an open academic environment that encouraged learning, critical discussion, and knowledge exchange.

As a continuation of the workshop “Research Like A Pro - Finding the Right Sources, Writing the Right Way”, “CITE IT RIGHT: Proper Citation- No Plagiarism” not only provided students with essential knowledge of citation practices and academic integrity but also further completed the research skills development series designed for International Business students. Through a well-structured combination of theoretical instruction and practical application, the programme delivered meaningful value by enhancing students’ awareness of academic research, fostering scientific working habits, and gradually preparing them to meet the demands of both academic study and their future careers.

With the goal of strengthening academic activities that address practical needs, the Faculty of Air Transport Economics will continue to organise specialised programmes to support students in the comprehensive development of their knowledge, skills, and research capabilities. This also reflects the Faculty’s ongoing commitment to building a high-quality learning environment that promotes academic integrity, creativity, and international integration while contributing to the development of graduates with strong professional competence and ethical responsibility to meet the needs of society.

( ✍ Author: P.C. Van)