Assessment on the causes and the effects of learners’ cheating during the examination: A case of the Department of Wildlife and Ecotourism Management, 4th year students, Gambella University, Ethiopia.

The title "Assessment on the causes and the effects of learners’ cheating during the examination: A case of the Department of Wildlife and Ecotourism Management, 4th year students, Gambella University, Ethiopia" Proposes a study exploring the concept of academic dishonesty among students, particularly in the context of Gambella University's Department of Wildlife and Ecotourism Management. The objective of this research is to delve into the motivations behind certain fourth-year students indulging in cheating during their examinations. It will examine several elements that could be involved in this conduct, including peer pressure, perceived fairness of the exam process, lack of preparation, and academic pressure. Furthermore, the research will investigate how cheating affects both the individual students and the larger academic community. This could have negative effects on learning outcomes, compromise academic integrity, and possibly harm the department's and university's reputation. By concentrating on a particular student body and their particular circumstances, the study seeks to offer insights that may guide tactics to lessen cheating and foster an honest and ethical culture in educational environments.