Plagiarism

Adapted from the work of Chris Trillo Canterbury Christ Church University

Definition of plagiarism?

Passing off someone elses work as your own, either intentionally or unintentionally

How to Avoid it
Always give your source Paraphrase or quote Note source when reading

How to Reference
Always reference twice: Once in text Once in bibliography In text it is short: name, date of publication, page number. At the end it is full. You will need to check this as it is very complicated:

Using Literature to Prepare

1. Read (for the question)

2. Make notes with source, page number, quotes 3. Put similar topics together (according to PLAN) 4. Compare contrast combine 5. Write 6. Always reference everything you say 7. Complete bibliography

Using Literature to Write

Referencing shows: an ability to find relevant information an understanding of the topic an ability to summarise what you have read and identify important points This will improve your grades You can reference by: Paraphrasing part of the text Quoting directly
When should you quote and when should you paraphrase?