English Department Plagiarism Policy
Here at James Workman Middle School, we place great importance on original and creative work. Anything less than your own words, thoughts, or giving credit to another, is unacceptable. The work of any individual, including you, is protected by copyright laws and ethical standards.
Plagiarism The term “plagiarism refers to any materials represented as the student’s own ideas which have been paraphrased or copied from another source, including those online, without proper credit. It may also include citing information not traceable to the document source. Learn the trade of writing - not the tricks of the trade; learn how to research - not how to “cut and paste.” Any student who plagiarizes any work will receive a failing grade for that assignment. In addition, the teacher may elect to do any or all of the following:
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