Guidelines
for
Preventing Plagiarism
DON'T turn in someone else's work as your own.
DON'T copy words or ideas from someone else without giving credit.
DON'T fail to put a quotation in quotation marks, even if you cite the source.
DON'T give incorrect information about the source of a quotation.
DON'T change words but copy the sentence structure of a source without giving credit.
DON'T copy so many words or ideas from a source that it makes up the majority of your work, whether you give credit or not.
[adapted from www.turnitin.com]
Scroll down for a list of resources for preventing plagiarism.

Student
Contract
Read the academic dishonesty policy carefully.
Upload a "signed" copy of the Plagiarism Contract to Canvas week 2.

University
Academic
Dishonesty
Policy
The Journalism Department is committed to the highest standards of academic excellence and integrity and strictly enforces CSUN's plagiarism policy.  Plagiarism, cheating, and other forms of academic dishonesty are not tolerated. Make sure to properly cite and reference facts, ideas, quotes or other source material. Remember that even a phrase, sentence or paragraph must be appropriately attributed to its source. This includes information posted on the Internet that is protected by U.S. copyright laws -- passing it off as your own is a violation of CSUN's plagiarism policy.

Students who plagiarize or cheat will receive an "F" on the assignment and/or for the course grade. Students will also be reported to the Department Chair and Dean of Students for possible further disciplinary action. For an explanation of behavior defined as academic dishonesty and a detailed description of disciplinary procedures, consult the Student Conduct Code in the catalog.
For information on enrollment requirements, check academic standing, probation, and disqualification.

Classroom Technology Use Policy
Smartphones, laptops, tablets, and other digital devices are allowed during class for notetaking and class activities that require the Internet. Students who use their devices for other than class purposes or distract class by texting or their device ringing or vibrating will be penalized with a lower course grade.
Make sure to silence all technology before class begins.

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