PlagiarismAdapted from the work of Chris TrilloCanterbury Christ Church University

Definition of plagiarism?

Passing off someone else’s 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 textOnce 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,

quotes3. Put similar topics together (according

to PLAN)4. Compare contrast combine5. Write6. Always reference everything you say7. 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 pointsThis will improve your grades

You can reference by:• Paraphrasing part of the text• Quoting directly

When should you quote and when should you paraphrase?