Copyright
Plagiarism
Vocabulary
Consequences
100

What is the definition of copyright?

Copyright is a law that gives the creator of original work exclusive rights to its use and distribution.

100

Presenting someone else's ideas or work as your own.

What is plagiarism? 

100

What does "citing" refer to?

Acknowledging the source of information or ideas used in your work

100

What is a common penalty for students caught plagiarizing?

Failing the assignment or course.

200

What does the copyright symbol look like?

The copyright symbol is "©".

200

Everyone knows what this means, so I do not have to cite it in my paper. Why don't you have to cite this information?

What is common knowledge?

200

What is "common knowledge"?

Information that is widely accepted and does not need to be cited.

200

How can plagiarism impact a student's academic record?

It can lead to disciplinary actions that affect grades and transcripts.

300

I ran out of time and cut and pasted complete sentences and paragraphs into my paper.  I had the same ideas as the author anyway. Did I plagiarize? 

Yes, the information must be put in your own words and cited. 

300

What is one way to avoid plagiarism?

Citing your sources properly.

300

What does "paraphrasing" mean?

Restating someone else's ideas in your own words while still giving credit.

300

What might happen to a student who submits another's work as their own?

They could be expelled or suspended from school.

400

How long does copyright protection last for an individual creator?

Copyright protection lasts for the creator's lifetime plus 70 years.

400

Why is plagiarism considered unethical?

It involves stealing someone else's intellectual property and misrepresenting it as your own.

400

This is the USE that is given to teachers, students, etc, who meet special rules that enable them to use others' works.

What is fair use?

400

How much would your grade drop if you were caught plagiarizing the first time?

One letter grade

500

I got an A on this paper in my last class, so it should get me an A in this class, too! Did I plagiarize?

Yes, you can not resubmit the same work twice even if you change some of the wording!

500

What are the three main strategies to avoid plagiarism?

Quoting, paraphrasing, and summarizing.

500

What word is the "law" that prohibits you from plagiarizing, piracy, etc?   

What is Copyright?

500

What can happen if someone is caught plagiarizing in their career?

They may lose their job or face legal action.

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