Plagiare

With a partner or group, write an easy one sentence definition of plagiarism.

plagiarism: the unauthorized use or close imitation of another's work

What can be identified as plagiarism?

• thoughts & ideas
• rearranged or cut apart words & phrases
• exact words & phrases

Plagiarism

It's okay if...

• I change a couple words.
• I don't know who said it.
• I just know it already.
• I don't get caught!

When Don't You Cite?

• It's common knowledge.
• You're commenting on the research or information.
• The ideas are your own, either a synthesis or original.

How to Track Sources

Tools of the Trade

• Plagiarism Detector, Paper Rater, & Plagium
• Citation Machine, Cite This For Me & Zotero
• Writing Center Support

APA

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