E-T.1 Identify and correct plagiarism

Identify and correct plagiarism

Key Notes :

Definition: Plagiarism is the act of using someone else’s words, ideas, or work without giving proper credit. It is considered stealing and is not acceptable in writing and academics.
Importance: Understanding plagiarism helps students respect others’ work and develop their own ideas.

Direct Plagiarism: Copying someone else’s work word for word without quotation marks or citation.
Example: Copying a paragraph from a book and claiming it as your own.
Self-Plagiarism: Reusing your own previous work without acknowledgment.
Example: Submitting the same essay for different classes without permission.
Mosaic Plagiarism: Mixing copied phrases from various sources into your own writing without proper citation.
Example: Taking snippets from different articles and piecing them together without citing them.
Accidental Plagiarism: Unintentionally failing to cite sources or misquoting.
Example: Forgetting to put quotation marks around a borrowed phrase.

Check for Unfamiliar Phrases: Look for sentences that seem too advanced or different from the student’s usual writing style.
Use Online Tools: Websites like plagiarism checkers can help identify copied content.
Compare Sources: If a student claims an idea is theirs, compare it with published material to see if it matches closely.

Cite Sources: Always give credit to the original author or creator when using their ideas or quotes.
Example: “According to [Author’s Name], [quote or idea].”
Use Quotation Marks: When copying text directly, put it in quotation marks and provide a citation.
Example: “This is a direct quote” (Author’s Last Name, Year).
Paraphrase Properly: Rewrite the original idea in your own words and provide a citation.
Example: Instead of copying, summarize the main point and cite the source.

Take Notes: While researching, write down your thoughts separately from the sources to help differentiate your ideas.
Use Your Own Voice: Write in your own style and express your understanding of the material.
Practice Good Research Habits: Keep track of sources and be diligent in citing any borrowed information.

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