

Schedule a library instruction session for your students so they can learn about the variety of information resources avaialble to them and how to access these resources, evaluate them, and use them effectively in their papers. Work closely with librarians about the research process.ġ3. Bring students into the library for a research session. When students hand in their papers have them submit an integerity statement to show that they are the true authors of the paper.ġ2. This will help students reflect on the quality and reliability of the source.ġ1. Have students submit an annotated bibliography of the sources used including an evaluation about the usefulness of the source. Require photocopies or printouts of sources.ġ0. Poor time management, pressure of workload, and stress are some reasons why plagiarism occurs.ĩ. Break the assignment into components with multiple due dates so students have time to work on the assignment.

Consider providing a list of highly specific or unusual topics so it is less likely to find off the shelf papers on the topic.Ĩ. Construct assignments to prevent plagiarism. Make clear the university's policy for dealing with plagiarism. Discuss the benefits of citing sources.Ħ. Show examples of proper usage of sources as well as examples of plagiarism.ĥ. Make the instruction about plagiarism as positive as possible.Ĥ. Do not assume that students know what plagiarism is.ģ. Educate students about plagiarism and discuss why it is unethical.Ģ.
