Plagiarism

What can happen to you if you plagiarize with a project in school?

A big fat zero for being mean.

What is a citation?

A citation gives credit to the authors or owners of the information and work. It says that you acquired this information with help from another source and then gives that source and credit where it's due.

Is changing just one word or so when paraphrasing enough?

No, you must put the sentence or phrase completely in your own words, or else put it as a direct quote from the source.

What is plagiarism?

Plagiarism occurs when someone takes or uses other people's work and information and claims it as their own without asking the true owners first.

When you include a direct phrase sentence or quote from a passage or work of literature that is not yours, what should you include?

Quotation marks and citations

What does the term "paraphrase" mean?

To avoid plagiarism and copyright infringements, you must change what the information from the source says and put in in your own words.

Can words and ideas truly be stolen?

Yes, if someone has an idea, it's theirs, and it would be wrong to take it as your own without giving credit first.

Is plagiarism common?

Yes, it has become quite common over the years.

What can you do if you used a website as a source?

You can cite the site and include a link of the website so others can find it as well.

How are most students caught plagiarizing?

Because teachers do not recognize the "voice" and writing style the student usually uses. When you use something that's not yours, it will not sound like you or be in your voice.

If you use a website and a book for a research paper, what should you do?

Cite all your sources and include a citation of the book, usually in MLA format and the link/URL of your website.

if you plagiarize you are being dishonest. What does dishonesty mean?

Dishonesty is deceitfulness shown in someone's character or behavior.

Where does the word "plagiarism" come from?

From the Latin word "plagiarius," which means kidnapper.

If something is "common knowledge," what does that mean?

It is a well-known fact by everyone that is basic knowledge and does not require a citation.

Why do teachers not approve of plagiarism?

It is not showing the true efforts and capabilities/ability of the student and is theft of someone else.

Why should we include citations when we've used other sources in our work?

It is the right thing to do because those who have created something and own it want recognition for the work they have done. It is only fair to those who have spent time on something that's theirs.

Why is plagiarism by students considered a serious offense?

It would be very unfair if students use it on their work, took credit for it, and got a grade for it without it being theirs.

What is content scraping?

It's when you scrape for content by copying and pasting information from other websites.

Do personal ideas have to be cited?

No, if you have ideas that are your own or if something is simply your opinion, then there is no need to cite.

Are plagiarism and copyright infringement the same thing?

No, they are not.