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Library: corpus, archives and databases

The library constitutes an essential pillar for supporting academic integrity in the humanities and social sciences (HSS). It brings together the corpora, archives, and databases necessary for research and scholarly publishing. In a context where transparency and traceability of sources are paramount, making reliable resources available allows researchers to verify information, contextualize their analyses, and strengthen the credibility of their work.

Digital corpora offer expanded access to texts, articles, and books that constitute the collective memory of disciplines. Archives, for their part, allow consultation of original documents, correspondence, or historical data, indispensable for research in history, sociology, or anthropology. Specialized databases facilitate documentary research by offering classification, citation, and comparison tools.

The digital library must also integrate bilingual resources, to ensure equity between Francophone and Anglophone researchers. This dimension is particularly important in Canada, where linguistic and cultural diversity enriches scientific debates.

Finally, the library is not limited to a consultation space: it constitutes a place for training and awareness. Researchers and students learn to manage their sources, respect citation standards, and use digital tools responsibly. In sum, the library is much more than a repository of documents: it embodies a culture of rigor, transparency, and shared responsibility.


See also: The Collaborative Librarian: Guardian of Integrity & Digital Resources, Scientific Integrity and Artificial Intelligence


Glossary: definitions and bilingual terminology

The glossary is an indispensable tool for harmonizing practices and ensuring a common understanding of concepts related to academic integrity. In HSS, where terms can vary according to disciplines and linguistic traditions, a bilingual glossary allows for clarification of definitions and avoidance of ambiguities.

Each term must be defined precisely, taking into account academic usages and institutional contexts. For example, the notion of "plagiarism" can encompass different realities depending on disciplines: direct appropriation of texts, omission of references, or unattributed reformulation. The glossary must explain these nuances in order to guide researchers and students.

The bilingual dimension is essential. Translations must be faithful to concepts but also adapted to local practices. The glossary thus becomes a mediation tool between Francophone and Anglophone communities, fostering a shared culture of academic integrity.

Moreover, the glossary can evolve over time, integrating new terms related to technological transformations, such as artificial intelligence or open science. It must remain a living document, constantly updated to reflect the evolution of practices and debates.

More than a simple tool, the glossary embodies a commitment to transparency and dialogue, offering the scientific community a common language for thinking about and practicing academic integrity.


See also: The history of plagiarism and contemporary issues in the age of artificial intelligence


Useful links: platforms, associations and practical guides

Useful links constitute a valuable resource for guiding researchers and students to platforms, associations, and practical guides dedicated to academic integrity. They enable centralized access to reference documents, online training, and international initiatives.

Among these resources are the sites of Canadian funding agencies, such as SSHRC, which publish directives on ethics and transparency. Scholarly associations also offer practical guides and recommendations adapted to different HSS disciplines. At the international level, organizations such as COPE or UNESCO provide guidelines and pedagogical tools.

Digital platforms play a complementary role. They make available plagiarism detection software, interactive training modules, and discussion forums. These tools promote continuous awareness and allow researchers to share their experiences.

Useful links must be regularly updated to ensure their relevance and reliability. They must also be presented clearly and accessibly, to facilitate their use by a diverse audience.

Technically, useful links are much more than external references: they constitute a support network that strengthens the culture of academic integrity and encourages collaboration among researchers, institutions, and associations.



See also: Guidance on the use of Artificial Intelligence in the development and review of research grant proposals (Government of Canada)


 Downloadable documents: guides, templates and pedagogical resources

Downloadable documents represent a practical and accessible resource to support researchers and students in their academic endeavors. They bring together guides, templates, and pedagogical resources that facilitate the application of integrity principles.

Guides offer detailed explanations on citation standards, institutional procedures, and editorial best practices. They constitute indispensable references for avoiding errors and preventing misconduct. Templates, such as writing formats or integrity declaration forms, enable standardization of practices and ensure consistency in the presentation of work.

Pedagogical resources include explanatory sheets, interactive exercises, and case studies. They are designed to raise awareness among students and researchers about academic integrity issues, offering them concrete tools to develop their skills.

Making downloadable documents available promotes autonomy and accountability. It allows users to consult resources at their own pace and integrate them directly into their practices.

Downloadable documents are not merely technical supports: they embody a commitment to sharing and disseminating knowledge, offering the scientific community practical tools to strengthen academic integrity and the credibility of research in HSS.


See also: Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence Directive (Government of Ontario)