Q1 Plagiarism: Introduction
Introduction
The temptation to copy and paste content from the Internet is a reality for many people. This practice is unethical, dishonest, and illegal without proper citation of the work. One way to check your work for original content rather than plagiarism is to utilize a plagiarism checker.
In this Quest, you will check the content you copy from the Internet and your work for originality vs. plagiarism. You may also be able to check the accuracy of information using an AI resource if it is permitted in your district.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
I can:
- Understand the concept of plagiarism.
- Use online resources to ensure I have not plagiarized others' content.
- Use online resources to check the accuracy of information.
- Use & cite information from AI resources.
Discussion questions to think about while playing the video below:
- What is one example of plagiarism mentioned in the video, and why is it a problem?
- What is one specific strategy from the video that you could use to make sure your work is original and gives credit to others?
Plagiarism How To Avoid It
Direct link (2:50 min.)
Competencies & Standards
MITECS Michigan Integrated Technology Competencies for Students, and
2. Digital Citizen
a. Students manage their digital identity and understand the lasting impact of their online behaviors on themselves and others and make safe, legal and ethical decisions in the digital world.
b. Students demonstrate empathetic, inclusive interactions online and use technology to responsibly contribute to their communities.
c. Students safeguard their well-being by being intentional about what they do online and how much time they spend online.
d. Students take action to protect their digital privacy on devices and manage their personal data and security while online
6. Creative Communicator
a. Students choose the appropriate platforms and digital tools for meeting the desired objectives of their creation or communication.
c. Students use digital tools to visually communicate complex ideas to others.
d. Students publish or present content that customizes the message and medium for their intended audiences.
Websites and Documents
Videos from Other Sources