Coursework refers to work that is assigned or performed as part of a course of study. It can encompass a wide range of activities, including practice, experimentation, research, and writing (e.g., dissertations, book reports, and essays) . In universities, coursework is often graded and the scores are combined with those of separately assessed exams to determine overall course scores. Coursework assignments test students’ level of understanding about a course’s content in a given semester, and it takes several forms such as a term paper, a Master’s thesis, a dissertation, or a report project. Coursework is an essential requirement for a student to complete the course successfully and is essential to be awarded a degree. Plagiarism and copying can be problematic in graded coursework, and there is often controversy regarding the type and amount of help students can receive while completing coursework.