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Varsity Blues, Online: Georgetown U. Parent Paid $9K for Stand-In to Take Online Courses for Her Son

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The college counseling company at the heart of the “Varsity Blues” cheating scandal did more than just help students get into college through fraudulent means. It also had its employees pose as students to take online courses for them once they were enrolled, to make sure they passed.

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'Cheating Economy' Brings Frustration for Colleges—and Teachable Moments

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On the latest installment of our monthly online discussion forum, EdSurge Live , we brought in key experts quoted in our series to further explore the issue and answer questions from readers. Typically, they should have access to tutoring and other support, writing and communication centers and counseling services on their campuses.