Academic Ethics of Islamic Higher Education Institutions in the Digital Era

This article is the result of field research conducted at Islamic higher education institutions with the aim of obtaining valid and credible information about academic ethics amid the advancements in technology and information. The digital era has transformed the conditions of the inhabitants of the earth, serving as a blessing from the advancement of information technology. The face of education and scientific activities has also been influenced by this era, with the advent of digitalization as an enhancement to previous technologies. Misuse of digital media can erode ethical values both in social life and academic activities. Cheating and scientific dishonesty have become serious issues in higher education, particularly related to research and other scientific activities. The method used is descriptive qualitative, involving observations, interviews, and document reviews. The findings indicate that Islamic higher education institutions have established academic ethics based on laws, government regulations, and mutual agreements. Furthermore, there is a lack of research conducted by educators or lecturers as well as students, along with other academic activities. In the educational institutions where the observations were made, no serious academic violations such as plagiarism were found. The digital era still leaves a significant challenge, particularly in scientific activities, in reinforcing academic ethics.