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Plagiarism is when you present someone else's work or ideas as your own, without giving them credit. This includes not only copying word-for-word but also using someone else's ideas or research without giving them credit. Even plagiarizing your own work is wrong. Plagiarism can apply to any kind of creative or academic work, from writing to art, science, and even computer code.
Why avoid plagiarism?
Remember: Plagiarism is a serious academic offense. It's important to learn how to avoid it from the beginning of your Niagara College career.
Plagiarism is an offence at Niagara College with serious consequences. It's essential to understand the different types of plagiarism to avoid accidentally committing it. Here are the main types:
Remember: Always cite your sources properly to avoid academic dishonesty.
As a Niagara College student, you are responsible to uphold the College's standards for academic integrity and honesty. Here are two essential items from Niagara College's Policies and Procedures you need to be aware of regarding plagiarism:
The same information can also be found in the "Academic Responsibilities" section of the student handbook.