Plagiarism is the "wrongful appropriation" and "stealing and
publication" of another author's "language, thoughts, ideas, or
expressions" and the representation of them as one's own original work. The
idea remains problematic with unclear definitions and unclear rules. The modern
concept of plagiarism as immoral and originality as an ideal emerged in Europe
only in the 18th century, particularly with the Romantic Movement.
Plagiarism is considered academic
dishonesty and a breach of journalistic ethics. It is subject to sanctions like
penalties, suspension, and even expulsion. Recently, cases of 'extreme
plagiarism' have been identified in academia.
Plagiarism is not in itself a crime, but
can constitute copyright infringement. In academia and industry, it is a
serious ethical offense. Plagiarism and
copyright infringement overlap to a considerable extent, but they are not
equivalent concepts, and many types of plagiarism do not constitute copyright
infringement, which is defined by copyright law and may be adjudicated by
courts. Plagiarism is not defined or punished by law, but rather by
institutions (including professional associations, educational institutions,
and commercial entities, such as publishing companies).
 |
| Much better if you do your own work! |
