Cheating by college students is a long-standing problem, and many professors say there is little they can do about it. Some recent studies suggest that an assertive stance by faculty members against cheating does have an impact. But many professors say that they don't have the time to pursue cases. And a number of faculty members who have brought cheating charges against students -- even seemingly unassailable cases -- say that administrators have failed to back them up. Administrators are so worried about being sued, these faculty members say, that academic integrity is relegated to a minor concern. Are professors doing enough to combat cheating? Are there steps they can take that would make a difference? Do administrators back up faculty members who try to take action? Is cheating getting worse? For further information, see this background story:
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