Do I own my work even if I'm just a student?
Letting students know that they own the copyright over the writing they submit for their assignments
Understanding Plagiarism
Many students are accused of plagiarism because they simply don't understand it and, therefore, don't know how to avoid it.Is it Plagiarism to Pay Someone to Write for Me?
Paying someone to write an assignment for you is contract cheating, unethical, and does not allow you to own the work you buy.
How do I protect my work from being plagiarized?
Advice to students and authors on how to protect their writing against being plagiarized.
Is Plagiarism Illegal?
Can plagiarism be illegal?
Is It Plagiarism If My Teacher Uses My Writing?
The ways in which instructors are allowed and not allowed to use student work
What Does Confidence Have to do with Plagiarism?
Confidence helps students avoid plagiarism and produce original work
What is Contract Cheating (ghostwriting)?
This article explores the sometimes tricky nuances of ghostwriting and explains when and why it is completely inappropriate.
I'm Learning English and Need Help Revising.
Here are some tips on how ELL students can get help from others on revising their writing while still avoiding unethical collaboration.
How Big of a Problem is Contract Cheating?
How big of a problem are contract cheating and ghost writing in academic contexts? Bigger than you might think.