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Plagiarism & Copyright Resources

While the internet opens the window to an unlimited research wonderland, it also opens a Pandora’s Box of difficulties for teachers who are trying to understand and confront the issues of plagiarism and copyright infringement in their students’ research assignments. The very source of this consternation, however, also provides some relief in the way of practical sites built for teachers’ use. The following is a brief introduction to a few of those web sites which concern plagiarism in the classroom.

About.com Secondary Education Lessons on Plagiarism
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The main focus of this site rests on methods and strategies teachers can use to discourage plagiarism in their middle and high school classrooms. It is a realistic look at an issue that confounds many teachers, and it suggests meaningful solutions to this vexing problem. suggested 6-12+ grade levels
Deb Logan’s Home on the Web
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Cutesy graphics aside, this site presents a thorough examination of the many facets of plagiarism and copyright issues. The webmaster, a veteran media specialist, provides numerous links for K-12 teachers to peruse in search of information, lesson plans, and other useful materials to support their classroom objectives.
suggested 6-12+ grade levels
Copyright and Fair Use Guidelines for Teachers
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Hall Davidson has created this print-friendly hand-out on copyright and fair use. suggested all grade levels
Evaluating and Using Print and Media Resources
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One of the greatest challenges students face, is determining where to find the best resources for their search and deciding whether the information is rich in content. suggested 6-12+ grade levels
FAQ’s for Educators on Intellectual Property, Copyright, and Plagiarism
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The information included on this web site, constructed as a result of a college classroom assignment, provides myriad opportunities for teachers to bring themselves up to speed on plagiarism and copyright issues. The links associated with the FAQ’s alone offer a 101 course for teachers across disciplines to learn about these important topics and how they affect every educator’s classroom. suggested 6-12+ grade levels
How to Recognize Plagiarism
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This tutorial will help you to understand and recognize plagiarism. suggested 12+ grade levels
Statement on Plagiarism
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Plagiarism is defined with examples of citing resources correctly. suggested 6-12+ grade levels
What is Plagiarism at Indiana University?
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A short quiz with immediate feedback to test your understanding of plagiarism. suggested 6-12+ grade levels

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