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Student Resources: Plagiarism

Tips, guidelines and strategies for success with Academic Writing.

Plagiarism

What is plagiarism? Define plagiarism and how to avoid it by using these resources.

Plagiarism

Docs
Videos/Slides

WPA Statement on Plagiarism
Defining and Avoiding Plagiarism: The WPA Statement on Best Practices"
Avoiding Plagiarism
This handout outlines the different ways that a writer may unintentionally, or intentionally, plagiarize while writing. The document includes tips to avoid plagiarism before it arises.
APA Sample Paper
Sample APA format paper.

Resources

ECU Academic Integrity
This link connects to the page for the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities information on academic integrity.

Avoiding Plagiarism
This presentation shows different forms of plagiarism and offers suggestions for avoid them. Strategies covered include proper paraphrasing and using signal signs to avoid plagiarism.