Avoiding Plagiarism

 

>>>In an article entitled, "The First Peril: Farbication", the author, Chip Scalan discusses key points every web writer should know in order avoid plagiarism.

 

1. Tips for Avoiding Plagiarism

   • Avoid what Marilyn Randall calls "note-book syndrome": Make sure that you make notes in your first draft where you want to put quotes.
     
     
   • Give credit. If you are using someone else's ideas, thoughts, or words, give them credit. It's better to be safe than sorry.
     
     
   • The only way you can use a quote from another publication is if you attribute it. If you are quoting from another publication, you have to cite that publication as well.
     
     
   • Consider using a text box or online links. Put links to other sources in your text.
     
     
   • Always identify the sources of your information as you are gathering it.
     
     
   • If you copy something verbatim be sure to put it in quotes. If you are not paraphrasing, put in quotes.
     
     
   • Note your sources: Make sure you note the title, the author, the year, the publication company, and where you obtained the source (article, online, book, etc...).
     
     
   • Manage your time wisely. If you plan ahead, than you will not feel tempted to plagiarism near the end.
     
     
   • The bottom line: "Be honest about where you got your information."

 

 

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