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WHY THIS IS IMPORTANT:
WHY THIS IS IMPORTANT:
Now that you understand what intellectual property rights are, it's time to talk about plagiarism. It doesn't matter if it's accidental or on purpose, when you plagiarize you're stealing the words of others - you're stealing their intellectual property. This quick video will show you some of the most common forms of plagiarism, how to recognize them, and how to avoid them. By paying attention to your sources and making sure you paraphrase and use direct quotations properly, you'll be a better writer in college and in life beyond higher education!
WHAT TO DO:
WHAT TO DO:
Watch the video.
Review the examples and explanation.
Answer the self-check questions at the end.
Go to Part 3, Using Information.
Video Introduction
Video Introduction
Common Types of Plagiarism
Common Types of Plagiarism
Synonym Plagiarism
Synonym Plagiarism
Replacing single words or phrases with synonyms in order to present another’s work as one’s own.
Copy/Paste Plagiarism (AKA Direct or Verbatim Plagiarism)
Copy/Paste Plagiarism (AKA Direct or Verbatim Plagiarism)
Taking a large section of material directly from a source, word-for-word, without proper citation or acknowledgement.
Patchwork Plagiarism (AKA Mosaic Plagiarism)
Patchwork Plagiarism (AKA Mosaic Plagiarism)
Similar to Copy/Paste Plagiarism.
Copying phrases, passages, and ideas from several different sources and “patching” them together to create a new text.
How to avoid them:
All three of these types of plagiarism can be fixed by ensuring you use quotation marks around any direct quotes, formatting your in-text citation properly, and including them on your final list.
Self-Plagiarism
Self-Plagiarism
Submitting one’s own work that has already received credit or fulfilled an assignment in another course without express consent of the instructor.
How to avoid it:
Ask for permission to re-use your work.
Inadvertent Plagiarism (AKA Accidental Plagiarism)
Inadvertent Plagiarism (AKA Accidental Plagiarism)
Failure to credit sources or include citations due to forgetfulness, distraction, or lack of understanding of the procedure.
How to avoid it:
Follow the tips below so you can stay organized!
Proofread your final draft carefully.
Staying Organized to Avoid Plagiarism
Staying Organized to Avoid Plagiarism
1) PLAN
1) PLAN
Ask your instructor for clarification if you do not understand the assignment requirements.
Organize your thoughts and identify what kind of information you will need for your project.
2) EVALUATE
2) EVALUATE
Evaluate each source you locate. Does it actually fit well with your project?
3) TAKE NOTES
3) TAKE NOTES
After you identify your sources, note where they will be used in your outline.
Consider rewriting the information you need in your own words.
4) WRITE AND CITE
4) WRITE AND CITE
As you write your paper, make sure you keep track of every source you use.
Create a citation for it right away.
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