Plagiarize: to steal and pass off (the ideas or words of another) as one's own; use Merriam-Webster Dictionary, Britannica Online Academic Ed., 2011 |
Here are just a few examples of plagiarism:
Think about it: how can parents and/or tutors assist students with homework in an ethical manner?
You've finally gotten through a busy school day, attended drama rehearsal, finished all of your homework, and are ready for bed. You're tired! Suddenly you remember that you also have a Spanish translation due tomorrow. What should you do? Click on each of the choices below:
Go to sleep and tell your teacher you were too tired to finish your homework
Text a friend and have her email tonight's translation for you to copy
The word plagiarism comes from the Latin word plagiarius which means "kidnapper." You don't want to kidnap someone else's idea, right?
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