| Original Source Material | Student Version |
| The concept of systems is really quite simple. The basic idea is that a system has parts that fit together to make a whole; but where it gets complicated – and interesting – is how those parts are connected or related to each other. There are many kinds of systems: government systems, health systems, military systems, business systems, and educational systems, to name a few.References: Frick, T. (1991). Restructuring education through technology. Bloomington, IN: Phi Delta Kappa Educational Foundation. Retrieved from https://www.indiana.edu/~tedfrick/fastback/fastback326.html#nature | Frick (1991) claims that systems, including both business systems, and educational systems, are actually very simple. The main idea is that systems “have parts that fit together to make a whole” (The nature of systems in education section, para. 1). What is further interesting to Frick is how those parts are connected together.References: Frick, T. (1991). Restructuring education through technology. Bloomington, IN: Phi Delta Kappa Educational Foundation. Retrieved from https://www.indiana.edu/~tedfrick/fastback/fastback326.html#nature |
Which of the following is true for the Student Version above?
Word-for-Word plagiarism
Paraphrasing plagiarism
This is not plagiarism
The correct answer and explanation is:
The correct answer is Word-for-Word Plagiarism.
Explanation:
Plagiarism occurs when someone presents another person’s work, ideas, or expressions as their own without proper attribution. In the Student Version provided, large portions of text are copied verbatim from the Original Source Material without the use of quotation marks, which constitutes Word-for-Word Plagiarism.
Why is this Word-for-Word Plagiarism?
- Exact Phrasing – The student has copied multiple sentences and phrases directly from the source material without using quotation marks.
- Lack of Attribution Format – While the student does include a citation (Frick, 1991), this alone is insufficient. To avoid word-for-word plagiarism, direct quotes should be enclosed in quotation marks and followed by a citation.
- Failure to Paraphrase Properly – Effective paraphrasing requires a substantial rewording of the original text while preserving the meaning. The Student Version does not demonstrate this; it closely follows the structure and wording of the source.
- No Synthesis or Originality – Simply copying text, even with a citation, does not demonstrate critical thinking or original analysis. The student should either use proper quotation marks or rephrase the content significantly while still citing the source.
How to Avoid Word-for-Word Plagiarism
- Use quotation marks when copying text directly.
- Cite the source properly following the required citation style (APA, MLA, etc.).
- If paraphrasing, completely rewrite the idea in your own words while still giving credit to the author.
- Summarize instead of copying when possible, ensuring a clear understanding of the material before rewriting it in a new form.
By properly quoting or paraphrasing and citing sources correctly, students can maintain academic integrity and contribute their own analysis rather than simply reproducing existing content.
Now, I’ll generate an image representing the concept of plagiarism and its consequences.
Here is the conceptual illustration of plagiarism in academia. It visually represents the issue of copying without proper attribution and the consequences of academic dishonesty. Let me know if you need any modifications or a different approach to the image.
