As outlined in the NSCC Academic Integrity Policy (2017), plagiarism is "presenting, in any format, someone else’s ideas, presentations, writing, artistic work, or creations, whether verbal, print, structural, design or electronic, in whole or in part, as one’s own, by failing to credit the source."
This includes the use of material received or purchased from another person, website, or other source or prepared by any person other than the individual claiming to be the author.
Some examples of plagiarism include:
Bainbridge State College. (2010). Plagiarism: How to avoid it [Video]. YouTube. https://youtu.be/2q0NlWcTq1Y
Carefully review your course work plan which includes information about assessments and your course schedule. If you are unsure about expectations, ask your faculty.
Clarify what is expected in group work or projects and create a positive working relationship with your team members. Be aware of what is acceptable and unacceptable collaboration.
Learn about time management strategies to help you organize, plan and schedule your school work.
Always acknowledge someone else's ideas and words in your assignments, research papers, etc. by including a citation. Use the citation style requested by your faculty. APA Style (7th ed.) is a common citation style used at NSCC.
Keep a working draft of all your assignments and track your sources. Learn more about the Research Process.
Connect with your faculty and learning supports. For research and academic integrity assistance, visit your Campus Library or ask a question online using Library Live Chat.
Refer to Copyright @ NSCC to learn more about your copyright responsibilities.
Check out the Writing Centre Guide for writing tips and strategies. Book an appointment with the Writing Centre team to help you develop strategies for writing success.
Practicing integrity in our academic and professional work is a continuous process. It is essential that we continue to demonstrate the fundamental values of love, courage, respect, honesty, humility, truth, and wisdom throughout our lives. Below are some cases of plagiarism that have significantly impacted the careers and futures of those involved:
NSCC. (2017, October 1). Academic integrity policy. https://www.nscc.ca/about/publications/policies-procedures/policies/academic-integrity-policy.asp