Introduction
Jailtime, lawsuits, termination, expulsion . . . what do all of the following have in common? Each represents a possible punishment for the crime of plagiarism.
Although many plagiarists will never be caught and some will get away with minor consequences, the reality is that plagiarism is a crime that involves stealing someone else's ideas and presenting them as your own. The saddest thing about plagiarism is that it can be easily avoided by simply understanding a few basic concepts, like paraphrasing, quoting, and citing. These few steps may mean a little more time needed to create a final product, but they can save much time and headache if one is caught committing plagiarism and faces the obstacle of redoing the assignment or facing an even harsher punishment. Don't become one of the headlines. Learn how to avoid the pitfalls of plagiarism. |
Introduction Video
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