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Academic Integrity and PlagiarismHome | Books | Internet ResourcesFor further assistance on research or use of library resources, please feel free to contact our staff at the Circulation Counter or email us at lb@twc.edu.hk or whatsapp us at 5575-1564.IntroductionWhat is Academic Integrity?
The concept of Academic integrity means producing all of your academic work in an honest and trustworthy way. It includes, but not limited to, acknowledging sources of borrowed ideas, presenting accurate data and information, avoiding plagiarism.It is a code of practice generally adopted and accepted by students, faculty and staff in higher education institutions. As members of the academic community, students and staff have a shared obligation to uphold and maintain high standards of academic integrity in their assignments or research.What is Plagiarism?Plagiarism is commonly known as using someone else’s ideas or words in your assignment and present them as your own, without giving proper acknowledgment to the original source.Plagiarism is serious academic misconduct. Any form of plagiarism can result in disciplinary consequences subject to relevant student conduct regulations set out by respective programmes and schools.By acting ethically and citing any sources you have consulted, you give credit and show proper respect to the original work of others.Quick startSearch the TWC Search using the subject headings below to locate library materials or simply follow the call number on the shelves to find books on:Subject KeywordsCall NumberSubject KeywordsCall NumberPlagiarismPN167-168Dissertations, Academic -- AuthorshipLB2369Footnotes. Bibliographical citationsPN171.F56Linguistics -- Language -- Academic WritingP301.5.A27BooksFeatured Printed BooksTitleCall NumberPN167 .W87 2011PN171.F56 N48 2007BF76.7 .C66 2010PN171.F56 L56 2004PN171.F56 M36 2013BF76.7 .P83 2020Featured e-Books*Tip: To find more e-books, search the TWC Search. See Library Website > Guides & Tutorials > Library Guides & Tutorials > Find e-books via TWC SearchWarning: Excessive downloading is prohibited.Featured e-booksInternet ResourcesPlagiarism Videos- How to Avoid Plagiarism – 5 Top Tips
A short video clip provided by Cardiff University Library. It provides useful advice for students on common errors in referencing and tips to avoid plagiarism. - Academic Honesty Lesson 1: What is Plagiarism?
- Academic Honesty Lesson 2: How to Avoid Plagiarism
- Academic Honesty Lesson 3: Giving Credit to Sources
Three videos produced by Bow Valley College. It introduce the plagiarism and provide advice on how to avoid plagiarism. - Academic Integrity
The short video produced by Humber's School of Health Science to explain the definition of academic integrity and the importance of it.
Plagiarism Interactive Tutorials- Academic Integrity Tutorial with Quiz – The University of Maryland University College
A comprehensive tutorial consisting of 4 individual modules from academic integrity to citation and references. - Accidental Plagiarism – UC Santa Cruz University Library
An interactive, self-paced tutorial designed to teach you how to avoid accidental plagiarism. - Avoiding Plagiarism – University of Southern California Libraries
A 10-15 minutes tutorial from the USC Libraries on citing sources and understanding plagiarism. - Understanding Plagiarism Tutorial – University of Connecticut Library
A tutorial from UConn Library with short quiz made of multiple-choice questions.
Plagiarism Guides- Plagiarism and Referencing Guide – University of Cambridge
A general guide to explain what plagiarism is. - Plagiarism.org
Plagiarism.org is a free resource sponsored by iParadigms LLC, makers of Turnitin. - Referencing Guide: New to Referencing – University of Bath Library
A beginner’s guide to citation and referencing. - Self-Plagiarism – University of Glasgow
Provide guidance on what self-plagiarism is.
Further Resources- Citation Machine
An interactive citation tool for MLA and APA styles. - Mendeley
A free reference management software.
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