Plan to crack down on websites selling essays to students announced

https://www.theguardian.com/education/2017/feb/21/plan-to-crack-down-on-websites-selling-essays-to-students-announced


Hello, as a rejoinder to the session we will have (or have had, depending on when you read this), this article is worth reading.


As academics, we always insist on honesty in our teaching practice, integrity in our marking which should be equitable and fair and in return we expect the same strong principles in our students when submitting work.


There is, I believe, a clear line between academic dishonesty and using the work of others as a framework, guideline, signpost, call it what you will.


The one thing to remember is, that you are credited for citing the work of another, and done properly, can have very positive results. Original and creative thought doesn't come easy to many learners after all. But you are not always asked for that. Always consider the possible outcomes which are inherent in plagiarising. When processed properly, it really isn't worth the risk at all.


I would be interested to hear your thoughts on the issues of plagiarism, the article discussed in the class on Friday 27th October and the link at the top of this post.


All the best,


Mark