Sidler, Michelle, Elizabeth O. Smith, and Richard Morris. Computers in the Composition Classroom: a Critical Sourcebook. Boston: Bedford/St. Martins, 2008. Print.
In this piece, DeVoss and Rosati examine the issues with plagiarism and how much this confuses novice students, specifically in regards to the web and what is considered plagiarism versus what isn't.
I like the fact that this chapter addresses the main issues students have as far as plagiarism is concerned. Because I work in the writing center at College of the Albemarle, I encounter students all the time who simply don't know how to cite properly, and can't believe all of the extra work they have to do to cite. Therefore, the "You have to do all that?" section really jumped out at me. Yes, you really have to do all that!
What confuses me is the use of the international student, Danielle, as an example of someone who plagiarizes. This isn't just a problem for international students who may not be aware of the citation requirements at American institutions. Inadequate citation practices occur across the board, constantly.
I'd like to know more about the specific plagiarism policy of varied academic institutions. Most of these policies are so harsh, and I'd like to know if anyone adopts a more laissez-faire attitude.
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