Dr. Grammar - Plagiarism

Borrowing ideas or exact language without citing the source has been a problem for students and teachers since the first writing assignment. Because the internet now has many sites that offer to sell or give away papers on almost any topic, some students are tempted to "Download their Workload," and many teachers are frustrated by their students' technological expertise rather than their writing skills. If you would like to learn more about this educational Star Wars pitting young Darth Vaders against somewhat older Obi Wan Kanobes, check the following websites which address the concerns of students and teachers by explaining what plagiarism is, how to recognize it, and how to avoid it.


Education Central--Plagiarism Q&A

Plagiarism (What it is and how to recognize and avoid it)

Avoiding Plagiarism

Plagiarism and How to Avoid It Workshops

Plagiarism and How to Avoid It Research

Cut-and-Paste Plagiarism: Preventing, Detecting, and Tracking

Plagiarism and the Web (Bruce Leland)-- Check the links at the end of his article, especially the link to Ronald B. Standler.

Avoiding Plagiarism

Anti-Plagiarism Strategies