Objectives

Not only is plagiarism unethical, it also has serious consequences for writers in the academic and business world. This chapter will help you understand what plagiarism is and how to avoid it.

By the end of this chapter, you should be able to

• Define plagiarism.
• Understand the concept of documentation and how to use it.
• Synthesize outside sources.
• Know what information has to be cited and what does not.
• Recognize and use quotes, paraphrases, and summaries without plagiarizing.
• Avoid committing plagiarism in your own writing.