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Citing Sources & Plagiarism/Copyright: Plagiarism/Copyright

Citation tracking tools, and examples of citation styles.

Plagiarism: Definitions

What is Plagiarism?

Many people think of plagiarism as copying another's work or borrowing someone else's original ideas. But terms like "copying" and "borrowing" can disguise the seriousness of the offense:.. Read More.

Plagiarism 2.0 -Segment 1 (04:36)

Using someone else's words without crediting the source is plagiarism. Writing on the Internet is so prolific that many people think it's free for the taking. Viewers learn about different types of plagiarism. View Video.

College Plagiarism - Segment 14 (02:34)

According to the U.S. News & World Report, 75% of students admitted to cheating—and 85% believe it is necessary to get ahead. We hear two sides of the anti-plagiarism software debate.  View Video.

Copyright: Definition & Resources

What is Copyright ? 

Copyright is a form of protection grounded in the U.S. Constitution and granted by law for original works of authorship fixed in a tangible medium of expression. Copyright covers both published and unpublished works. Read More.