5.3.4.4 - Avoiding Plagiarism
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Practice Questions
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What is plagiarism?
💡 Hint: Think about what it means to give credit.
Define paraphrasing.
💡 Hint: What does it mean to write something in your own words?
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What is the main reason to avoid plagiarism?
💡 Hint: Think about what being original means in writing.
True or False: It's acceptable to use someone else's work if you change a few words.
💡 Hint: Consider how much you need to change for it to not be considered plagiarism.
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A student submitted a paper that contained an entire paragraph copied directly from a source without quotes or citation. What should this student do to correct this and avoid plagiarism in the future?
💡 Hint: Consider how to transform the text into your own voice.
During a discussion on academic integrity, highlight a scenario where two students discuss and share tips on how to paraphrase properly. What key strategies should they agree upon?
💡 Hint: What steps are essential to effective paraphrasing?
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