Students seize opportunities when they present themselves. If a student leaves their test uncovered, another student may take the opportunity to copy it. If a teacher isn't paying attention or leaves the room, the student may feel the need to cheat, especially if the risk of getting caught is low. Technology is another way they can cheat. Students will use the opportunity of the teacher leaving the room to pull out their phone to look for answers or text a friend. Research shows that “students can sneak into classrooms with their phones and use them to do whatever work they need” (“Cheating Research”). The opportunity gives students the desire to cheat. Students think that cheating will work well and do not think about the consequences. If there were fewer opportunities for a student to cheat, then he or she would not be able to cheat
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