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Stop, thief! Do your pupils understand the consequences of plagiarism? Lesson three of six in a series of college and career readiness activities demonstrates the dangers of taking credit for someone else's work. Learners engage in research about plagiarism, then successfully paraphrase a current events article using proper formatting techniques.
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Instructional Ideas
- Invite participants to share plagiarism stories and discuss the outcomes
- Show an example of plagiarism in current events
Classroom Considerations
- Pupils should use APA or MLA formatting when citing source information for the activity
Pros
- Individuals gain experience in APA or MLA citation
- The lesson includes excellent modifications and extensions
- Activities illustrate the short- and long-term consequences of cheating and plagiarism
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- None