Questions and Answers
What is the primary way to determine whether an idea constitutes 'common knowledge'?
Whether there is an expectation that the readers and the author would be very familiar with the material.
Which one of the following situations is most likely to constitute an act of plagiarism?
What should authors typically do when summarizing the work of others?
Provide a condensed (shorter) version of the original material.
Which of the following situations is most likely to constitute an instance of plagiarism?
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When is the reuse of one's previously published material in a new journal article most appropriate?
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Study Notes
Common Knowledge
- Determining "common knowledge" involves assessing expectations of familiarity between readers and authors.
Plagiarism Definition
- Plagiarism commonly occurs when someone copies another person's text verbatim without quotation marks or citation.
Summarization Practices
- When authors summarize others' work, they should create a shorter version that captures the essence of the original material.
Plagiarism Situations
- Including a summary of a published article in a paper, even if presented in distinct paragraphs, can lead to plagiarism.
Reusing Published Material
- To appropriately reuse previously published material in a new journal article, authors must inform relevant parties and secure permission.
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Test your knowledge on plagiarism concepts with these basic flashcards. Explore definitions and scenarios to identify what constitutes common knowledge and acts of plagiarism. Perfect for understanding research compliance.
