Jurnal Psikologi (Dec 2024)

Spirituality Beyond Religiosity: Understanding Perceptions of Academic Cheating in Indonesia and Malaysia

  • Samudera Fadlilla Jamaluddin,
  • Galang Lufityanto,
  • Fredrick Dermawan Purba,
  • Cokorda Bagus Jaya Lesmana,
  • Sonny Andrianto,
  • Rahkman Ardi,
  • Ahmad Gimmy Prathama Siswadi,
  • Ahmad Ridfah,
  • Andreas Agung Kristanto,
  • Bonar Hutapea,
  • Luh Ketut Suryani,
  • Suci Wisayanti,
  • Rendy Alfiannoor Achmad,
  • Rika Vira Zwagery,
  • Elaine Frances Fernandez,
  • Rozmi Ismail,
  • Mai Sumiyati Ishak,
  • Alfred Chan Huan Zhi,
  • Intan Hashimah Mohd Hashim,
  • Aqeel Khan,
  • Ahmad Mustaqim Yusoff,
  • Rafidah Aga Mohd Jaladin,
  • Phatthanakit Chobthamkit

DOI
https://doi.org/10.22146/jpsi.99452
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 51, no. 3

Abstract

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Cumulating evidence suggests that high levels of spirituality can foster integrity. However, integrity violations remain prevalent, even among populations with strong religious beliefs. This study collected data from 2,800 students across 17 academic institutions in Indonesia and Malaysia to examine the relationship between their levels of spirituality and their perceptions of academic cheating. Although both countries have predominantly Muslim populations, they differ in how religious practices are implemented. The results revealed a significant correlation between spirituality and perceptions of cheating in both countries. However, one aspect of spirituality in Indonesia diverged from the broader concept, underscoring the complex and nuanced relationship between spirituality and religion. While these concepts often overlap, they also exhibit distinct differences. Such differences in spirituality and religiosity may help explain the paradox of integrity issues, including the prevalence of cheating within religious communities.

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