Plagiarism

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What is plagiarism?

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Plagiarism is the act of stealing someone else's words or ideas and presenting them as your own without giving proper credit.

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What does it mean to cite a source?

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Citing a source means to provide information about where you obtained your knowledge or information, acknowledging the original creator.

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When should you use quotation marks?

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You should use quotation marks when you copy a sentence or phrase exactly as it appears in the original source.

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What is a works cited page?

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A works cited page is a list of all the sources you referenced in your research paper or project, typically found at the end.

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Is it okay to copy someone else's work and submit it as your own?

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No, it is not okay to copy someone else's work and submit it as your own; this is considered plagiarism.

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What is the difference between paraphrasing and plagiarizing?

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Paraphrasing involves rewording someone else's ideas in your own words with proper citation, while plagiarizing is using those ideas without credit.

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What should you do if you want to use an idea from a book?

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You should paraphrase the idea in your own words and cite the book as the source.

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What is the purpose of academic integrity?

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The purpose of academic integrity is to promote honesty and responsibility in scholarly work, ensuring that all contributions are properly credited.

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What are some consequences of plagiarism?

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Consequences of plagiarism can include failing grades, academic probation, or expulsion from school.

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What is a citation style?

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A citation style is a standardized method for formatting references to sources, such as APA, MLA, or Chicago.