Preventing Plagiarism

Preventing Plagiarism Taking shortcuts is the number one reason for students, professors, or even professionals to accidentally, or even purposely, plagiarize. The best way to prevent plagiarism in your own work is to focus on the following: Organization Documentation  Using Information Correctly ORGANIZATION Organization Being organized when you are conducting research for a paper is […]

Plagiarism 101

Plagiarism 101 What is Plagiarism? Plagiarism can be intentional or accidental and come in many forms. Here are some basic examples of what and when plagiarism occurs: Stating an other’s ideas as your own Copying work from a friend Buying a completed paper online Getting “too much help” Poor documentation of sources Making up a […]

Plagiarism FAQ

Plagiarism FAQ Here are some frequently asked questions about plagiarism that may help further explain the concept in its entirety. Q: What if I forget to place a citation? Everything else is cited and the source is in my works cited, but I forgot one spot? A: Plagiarism is plagiarism regardless of intention. Q: How […]