Cheating, Borrowing, Patchwriting, Paraphrasing: Why Students Plagiarize and What to Do About It
Abstract
What plagiarism is seems obvious; however, divergent definitions exist among faculty in various disciplines, not to mention students and administrators. This presenter will show how research has revealed gaps in the understanding of what plagiarism is, why it matters, and how it should be dealt with. Attendees will gain a nuanced understanding in order to promote learning, ethics, and participation in the academy.
Cheating, Borrowing, Patchwriting, Paraphrasing: Why Students Plagiarize and What to Do About It
Room 200
What plagiarism is seems obvious; however, divergent definitions exist among faculty in various disciplines, not to mention students and administrators. This presenter will show how research has revealed gaps in the understanding of what plagiarism is, why it matters, and how it should be dealt with. Attendees will gain a nuanced understanding in order to promote learning, ethics, and participation in the academy.
