Doing honest work in college : how to prepare citations, avoid plagiarism, and achieve real academic success
(Book - Regular Print)

Includes bibliographical references and index.

"Doing Honest Work in College" explains the fundamentals of academic integrity in a clear, straightforward way and shows students how to apply them in all academic situations. It stands on three principles: do the work you say you do, give others credit, and present your research fairly. The guide starts out by clearly defining plagiarism and other forms of academic dishonesty and gives students th tools they need to avoid these pitfalls. It then outlines the most-used citation styles, including Chicago, MLA, and APA, and explains how to use them properly in papers and assignments. This edition addresses such issues as the acceptable use of mobile devices on tests, the citation styles for sources such as podcasts or social media posts, and the pros and cons of citation management software. -- From publisher's description.