Understanding Plagiarism

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What is defined as presenting someone else's work as your own?

  • Plagiarism (correct)
  • Researching
  • Referencing
  • Citing

Which type of plagiarism involves copying significant portions from a single source without alteration?

  • The Photocopy (correct)
  • The Labor of Laziness
  • The Potluck Paper
  • The Ghost Writer

Which of the following is an example of plagiarism that is considered intentional?

  • The Misinformer
  • The Forgotten Footnote
  • The Labor of Laziness
  • The Self-Stealer (correct)

What form of plagiarism involves altering key words and phrases from the original source?

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Which type of plagiarism obscures the specific location of material referenced?

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Which type of plagiarism describes a scenario where the writer paraphrases but does not create original work?

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What is one potential consequence of violating copyright laws?

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What is one of the main challenges people face due to the reliance on the virtual world for information?

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Which type of plagiarism combines multiple sources to create a paper but preserves most original phrasing?

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Why is it important for adults to supervise children's access to information online?

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What should young adults apply when accessing online information?

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What type of content should not be accessed by children and young people according to national laws?

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What danger might arise from user-generated content that is not verified?

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Which of the following is an example of harmful content that might be found online?

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What is the primary focus of the content regarding the impact of media?

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How should individuals approach information they find online?

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Which technique is recommended for using someone else's ideas in your writing without committing plagiarism?

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What should you include when citing a source in your work?

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What is self-plagiarism?

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When should you use block quotes?

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What does digital citizenship promote?

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What is required when directly quoting a text?

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How can you acknowledge the work of others in your writing?

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Which of the following is a principle of digital citizenship?

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What type of disorders are similar to internet addiction according to Dr. Kimberly Young?

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Which of the following best describes the concept of social media?

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According to the content, what is a common challenge associated with social media?

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Which classification dimension focuses on the freedom in creating one’s personal cyber-identity?

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What type of humor is commonly found in local sitcoms and online memes based on the context provided?

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What is the main difference between media and social media?

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What does media richness refer to in the context of online communication?

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What is the implication of opportunities in the context discussed?

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What does the principle of emphasis refer to in design?

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Which design principle describes how near or far text elements are positioned from each other?

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How does the principle of organization contribute to design?

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Which design principle focuses on the repetition of elements to create unity?

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What is meant by the principle of appropriateness in design?

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What creates visual interest in design according to the principle of contrast?

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Which of the following is NOT considered a common file format for text?

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What is the primary purpose of text, regardless of its length?

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What primarily differentiates formal text-based materials from informal text-based materials?

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Which of the following is NOT classified as a type of visual media?

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What is the main purpose of visual information?

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Which aspect should be considered in the framework for information design?

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How can consumers assess the quality of text media?

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What is implied by 'visual message design'?

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Which of the following is a characteristic of formally produced visual media?

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What strategy is NOT mentioned for determining the quality of text media?

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Flashcards

Plagiarism Definition

Presenting someone else's work or ideas as your own.

Types of Plagiarism: Source Not Cited

Copying work from one source without credit.

Types of Plagiarism: Sources Cited - Improperly

Mentioning a source but inaccurately or incompletely citing its content.

Plagiarism: Unintentional Nature

Plagiarism can happen even if you don't mean to copy someone's work.

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Potluck Paper Plagiarism

Copying from various sources, tweaking portions, but maintaining original structure.

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Poor Disguise Plagiarism

Altering words and phrases slightly to conceal the original source, but preserving main points.

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Labor of Laziness Plagiarism

Paraphrasing from other sources extensively without putting in the effort to produce original work.

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Self-Stealer Plagiarism

Using your own previously written work as if it's new, in violation of academic requirements.

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Plagiarism

Using someone else's work or ideas without giving them credit.

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Paraphrasing

Restating someone else's ideas in your own words.

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Citing

Giving credit to the source of information you use.

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Quoting

Using someone's exact words.

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Digital Citizenship

Responsible and appropriate technology use.

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Self-Plagiarism

Using your own previously submitted work without proper citation,

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Source Citation

Giving proper attribution for information used in a work.

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Proper Citation Formatting

Following specific rules for properly referencing sources in academic writing.

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Internet Addiction

A compulsive desire to interact online through internet gaming, gambling, cyber activities, social networking, or compulsive web surfing.

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Impulse-Control Disorders

Disorders similar to internet addiction, often involving difficulty controlling urges or impulses.

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Social Media

Web-based tools and platforms for users to engage, collaborate, create, and share content online.

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Media

Newspapers, magazines, TV, radio, and the Internet for communication and information dissemination.

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Social Presence (Social Media)

The degree of sensorial interaction in social media.

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Media Richness (Social Media)

The amount of data transmitted in a social media interaction.

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Self-Presentation/Disclosure (Social Media)

The degree of freedom and control in creating one's online identity.

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Cyberbullying

Harassment or intimidation using digital communication tools.

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Age-Inappropriate Content

Content not suitable for a specific age group, often related to sensitive topics like adult material.

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Illegal Content

Content that violates national laws, like racism or child pornography.Harmful and illegal.

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Unverified Online Information

Information found online that might not be accurate or true.

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Cybercrime

Using a computer to perform illegal activities.

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Online Harm Promotion

Websites that encourage harmful behaviors such as bullying, self-harm, or suicide.

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Identity Theft

Stealing someone's personal information to impersonate them.

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Money Theft/Phishing

Fraudulent attempts to get money from online users.

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Commercial Fraud

Online scams related to fraudulent commercial activities.

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Emphasis in Design

Highlighting the importance of a specific part of text in a design.

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Appropriateness in Design

Ensuring text is suitable for the target audience, purpose, and event.

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Proximity in Design

The spacing between text elements.

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Alignment in Design

The positioning of text elements on a page (left, right, center, justified).

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Organization in Design

The arrangement of text elements for visual clarity and connection.

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Repetition in Design

Using consistent elements to create unity and visual consistency.

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Contrast in Design

Using different elements to create visual interest by varying things like color or font.

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Text File Formats

Different ways text can be stored and viewed on devices using word processing applications

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Formal Text

Text created and published by organizations like news agencies and subject to editing and regulations.

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Informal Text

Text from personal thoughts, blogs, or social media, not subject to the same level of scrutiny as formal text.

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Visual Media

Materials like photos, videos, and infographics used to aid learning and convey information.

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Visual Media Formats

Different ways of presenting visual information, including photography, video, infographics, and charts.

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Formal Visual Media

Visual media created by established organizations like educational institutions or media firms.

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Informal Visual Media

Visual media created by individuals or non-institutional entities.

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Visual Message Design

Designing visual media considering the audience's knowledge, culture, and how they perceive visuals.

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Critical Consumption of Text Media

Evaluating the quality of text media by considering the source, author's language, message strategies, and content biases.

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Study Notes

Plagiarism

  • Plagiarism is copying someone else's work and presenting it as your own.
  • It can be intentional or unintentional.
  • Copyright infringement is illegal.
  • Avoid using information from the internet without citing the author.

Types of Plagiarism

  • Avoiding plagiarism is crucial in academic work.
  • Boundaries between plagiarism and research are often unclear.
  • Various types of plagiarism exist, ranging from direct copying to paraphrasing without citation.

Sources Not Cited

  • Ghost Writer: Presenting another's work as your own.
  • Photocopy: Copying significant portions of text without alteration.
  • Potluck Paper: Copying from various sources and disguising the plagiarism.
  • Poor Disguise: Altering the appearance of copied content but retaining the ideas.
  • Labor of Laziness: Paraphrasing from other sources without sufficient effort.
  • Self-stealer: Violating policies by recycling one's own work.

Sources Cited

  • Forgotten Footnote: Citing the author but not including details on the source location.
  • Misinformer: Providing false or inaccurate information about the sources.
  • Too-perfect Paraphrase: Properly citing the source but not including original text in quotations.
  • Resourceful Citer: Properly citing sources but the paper lacks original analysis.
  • Perfect Crime: Properly citing sources in some parts but paraphrasing others without citation.

Media Plagiarism

  • Copying media, such as images, videos, or music, without proper attribution.
  • Using copyrighted material in your work without obtaining permission or providing a citation.
  • Some examples are: Copying media e.g images from other websites, Making a video but using footage or copyrighted music from others, Playing a cover song

Avoiding Plagiarism

  • Paraphrasing: Rewrite information in your own words but still cite the source.
  • Citing: Following a citation style (like APA, MLA) to indicate sources.
  • Quoting: Use quotation marks for direct quotes and cite the source.
  • Citing your own work: If you used previous work, cite it.
  • Referencing: Cite all your sources—acknowledging the hard work of others.

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