This compendium comprehensively brings together the components needed by higher education institution (HEIs) when developing comprehensive frameworks for managing cases of academic misconduct. It serves as both a practical guide and a reflective resource, aimed at strengthening and promoting a culture of academic integrity. The development of the compendium was initially inspired by the NAIN (National Academic Integrity Network) Case Management Framework (CMF), which provided a valuable starting point in understanding the approaches that HEIs must adopt to adequately and appropriate manage academic misconduct. The fruits of an exploration of good practice nationally and internationally, and engagement with N-TUTORR partner institutions, is a collection of resources that extends beyond the CMF. The resulting compendium represents a detailed collation of the critical elements that underpin the effective management of academic misconduct. The compendium is intended as a practical reference tool for HEIs engaged in the development, review and/or revision of academic misconduct frameworks. Whether a HEI is staring from a blank page or refining existing approaches and processes, this compendium offers a wealth of guidance and exemplars from which to draw. Each section includes comprehensive checklists illustrated by real-world examples. Ultimately, this compendium aims to contribute to the sector-wide enhancement of academic integrity practices, offering a common foundation for continuous improvement and peer learning.
June 16, 2025