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Tiverton Middle School: Plagiarism

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What Is Plagiarism?

Merriam Webster dictionary defines plagiarism as the act of using another person's words or ideas without giving credit to that person.  Learn more by visiting these sites...

http://www.plagiarism.org/ - Includes information about plagiarism, how to avoid it, and how to cite your sources. 

http://kidshealth.org/kid/feeling/school/plagiarism.html# - Excellent article explaining plagiarism.  Includes a plagiarism checklist

http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/589/1/ - Ths Purdue OWL Writing Lab's Guide to avoiding plagiarism

 

5 Main Types of Plagiarism

Whose Is It Anyway?

Watch this video on how to use online content responsibly. 

Avoiding Plagiarism