Oct 08 2012
Essays for Sale: Unethical, but Legal?
I read the article “Official calls for review of essay writing companies,” addressed in Braden Fong’s blog. I first have to say that it seems unreasonable such companies even exist in Vancouver. I agree with Braden’s point on ethics. This is unethical on two levels. Companies should not be offering such a service because it is encouraging cheating, in the respect that the work being handed in is not their own. And students who choose to take this approach are breaking school expectations for academic honesty. In other words this is plagiarism and should not be viewed as an acceptable way of completing your homework. Universities certainly do not appreciate such companies, “university professors asked the provincial government to provide some kind of legal framework to make the process illegal. While universities are able to discipline the student, they’re powerless against companies that operate off campus.”
As Rob Gordon stated, “They’re ripping off the system.” I couldn’t agree more. These companies are encouraging cheating and undermining education, while making a profit of about 200 dollars per essay. Companies suspected or known of offering “Essay Expert” services should be closely reviewed and reprimanded accordingly.
http://bc.ctvnews.ca/official-calls-for-review-of-essay-writing-companies-1.953771