Plagiarism - According to Merriam Webster
- to steal and pass off (the ideas or words of another) as one's own : use (another's production) without crediting the source
- to commit literary theft : present as new and original an idea or product derived from an existing source
LSCS Plagiarism Definition
- The first and most important step in preventing plagiarism is to get in the habit of citing everything, even if you don't believe you need to. You can always remove the information later.
- Learn what Plagiarism entails and steer clear. Know the LSCS policy regarding Infringement.
LSC Academic Integrity Policy
- Read Lone Star College policy here.
Avoiding Plagiarism
- Guide from Purdue University Online Writing Lab (OWL)
You Quote It, You Note It!
- Interactive plagiarism prevention tutorial from Vaughn Memorial Library @ Acadia University in Nova Scotia
