When preparing for exams, students try to find and apply new ways to pass with satisfactory grades. However, there are students who cheat in various ways and motives because of the demand for high scores as well as the availability of adequate electronic devices. If you are caught cheating, admit your mistake and accept the consequences to show that you are ready to take responsibility.
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Method 1 of 4: Admit Your Mistakes
Step 1. Admit that you are guilty of cheating
You must plead guilty if you are caught red-handed or the teacher has irrefutable evidence. When caught cheating, you may want to deny it, but remember, this is not a solution. Even if you are very afraid of having to speak honestly with your teacher or principal, this is the only thing you need to do. This step can also make things easier because you don't have to keep playing or lying.
Try to remember when someone lied to you, even though you knew what they were trying to do. His behavior may make you very upset, even angry. So, don't make the situation worse by lying
Step 2. Show remorse
After being found guilty, show remorse. Whether you're truly sorry or not, use body language that shows you're sorry for cheating. If you make a confession with a sweet smile, chances are that the teacher will give you a more severe punishment so that you feel deterred and not cheat anymore.
- Express your feelings honestly. Cry if you feel sad or embarrassed. Let the teacher who reprimanded you understand how you feel.
- Maybe he will give you a lighter sentence if he sees that you are really sorry. Pretending to be calm can backfire because you don't seem deterred and need to be punished more severely.
Step 3. Explain why you cheated
Instead of making excuses in self-defense, provide reasonable and understandable reasons so the teacher or counselor doesn't think you're lazy or don't know the rules. For example, tell the teacher that you are afraid of failure because there is so much material to learn. This explanation is not an excuse for cheating, but the teacher or counselor can understand the motive.
Give a positive impression by telling the teacher that you have studied ahead of the exam so he will know that you have prepared yourself
Method 2 of 4: Denying
Step 1. Consider the incriminating evidence
You can't deny if the teacher sees yourself reading your notes while taking the exam. However, you can reject the accusation if the teacher only suspects that you are cheating. If you are proven to have cheated several times, the consequences are very bad, for example financial assistance is stopped, suspended, expelled from school, and so on. You can convince the teacher that you are innocent, unless you are caught red-handed.
Prepare a plan to deny if you don't know the evidence the teacher will present. It could be, he just guessed because he didn't see yourself cheating on the exam
Step 2. Explain to the teacher that you are not cheating
If you believe you can defend yourself, go for it, but you should pretend to be surprised when you're accused of cheating. Imagine how shocked you will be when you are accused of cheating, even though you have studied diligently, then take an exam or write a paper without cheating. Express these feelings spontaneously.
- If you are accused of plagiarizing someone else's writing, explain to the teacher that when you did your research, you read the article as a reference, but when you wrote the paper, you accidentally wrote the same sentence.
- If your test scores are better than usual, tell the teacher that you are taking your studies more seriously this time.
- Accusations can vary, but don't worry if you have good reasons! Say over and over that you've been studying hard, trying to answer questions as best you can, and that you're very upset about being accused of cheating.
Step 3. Prepare a consistent excuse
Give a clear explanation. Don't make up a long, long-winded story if you want to deny being accused of cheating. Give consistent reasons by saying that you are not cheating, you are not a cheater, and that you are very upset about being accused of cheating. Don't tell different stories to multiple people and don't admit to anyone that you cheated even though you really believe in it. Prepare a solid scenario and don't be fickle.
Method 3 of 4: Receiving Punishment
Step 1. Accept the consequences
If you don't deny it, tell the teacher that you are ready to accept the sanctions or punishments given, whether suspended for 1 week, 1 month, or not passing the exam. Arguing with the teacher does not change his stance to impose punishment. What's more, you are considered rude if you act like this. If you accept the punishment with relief, the teacher will assume you are aware of your mistake and the consequences, even though you are only pretending.
You will be a tough person who is brave if you are ready to accept the consequences for your actions
Step 2. Prepare to speak with those who have the authority to decide
Depending on the situation, you may have to appear before a "supervisory board," like a judge in a court of law handing down a sentence. Sometimes, the picket teacher, homeroom teacher, or school principal makes the decisions. Therefore, you must prepare yourself before this meeting. Make clear and logical explanations, instead of giving long-winded reasons. State why you cheated and promise not to do it again. If you've been doing well or behaving well in school, tell them about it.
- Show them that you're very sorry for cheating, even though you've studied as well as you can.
- You should write down the words you want to convey. Ask a trusted older sibling or adult for suggestions on what to write about, then double-check. Have them read and provide feedback.
Step 3. Execute the sentence
Whatever the decision, you must serve your sentence and never cheat again. You will feel pressured if you take the punishment with a heavy heart. Don't avoid punishment because you are guilty! If you have to explain this incident to your parents, tell them honestly after school. If you have to write an essay expressing regret, finish it before going to bed at night. If you get a 0, ask the teacher how to get extra points.
In addition to speeding up the completion of the sentence, accepting the consequences is a way of showing the teacher that you really want to work on this issue
Step 4. Be polite to the teacher
Make a good impression by being polite to the teacher. It could be that he gave a lighter sentence. For that, try to do your best when you experience difficulties and use this experience as an opportunity to learn valuable lessons. Don't frown or be gloomy. Carry out the punishment with sincerity and confidence.
Your reputation won't be damaged forever just for cheating on exams. Even if the result is unpleasant, don't continue to grieve and blame yourself. Be optimistic, instead of continuing to regret the mistakes that have been made
Step 5. Know what you are entitled to
If the teacher determines a just punishment, live it sincerely, but you may refuse if the punishment imposed is not commensurate with your mistake or is not decided wisely. You have the right to seek protection from those in authority. The teacher should not pass punishment without giving you a chance to defend yourself.
- Find out what your rights are if you are expelled from school. Public and private schools in each country apply different regulations on this matter. In certain countries, you have the right to be accompanied by a lawyer when dealing with this issue.
- If you were suspended or expelled from school, but the decision feels unfair, see a school counselor or legal professional for information on this.
Method 4 of 4: Planning and Executing
Step 1. Determine why you are cheating
Even if it's unpleasant, take some time to reflect to find out why you're cheating. Whether the reason is right or not, answer the following questions honestly. Are you having trouble understanding the exam material? Are you short on study time due to too many extracurricular activities? Are you required to get an A?
Once you find the answer, you don't have to tell anyone. Use this experience as a provision to improve yourself
Step 2. Develop a plan to address the triggers of the problem
If you have trouble understanding the test material, find a tutor who can help, extend the duration of studying after school, or meet the teacher for an explanation. If you don't have time to study after class, cut back on extracurricular activities (or adjust the schedule) to keep learning a priority.
- Whatever the reason for your cheating, determine what steps to take and run as best you can.
- While this can be overcome by apologizing and serving the sentence, the plan prevents the same problem from happening again.
Step 3. Make a commitment to execute the plan as best you can
Use this opportunity to prove to yourself as well as show the teacher that you are not a cheater. Remember how hard it is to serve a sentence so you won't be tempted to cheat again. If you want to focus while studying, turn off your phone so you can study for a certain amount of time without being distracted. If you need help, make an appointment to meet with a teacher or mentor. Take this opportunity to ask questions and ask for explanations.
