AJYNL.ELAR.2.F
Understand the consequences of plagiarism.
Advanced Journalism: Yearbook I, II, III/Newspaper I, II, III/Literary Magazine (One-Half to One · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2017
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consequencesplagiarism
Skills
- identify (the consequences of plagiarism) #dok1
- explain (why plagiarism is unethical) #dok2
- describe (potential academic, legal, and ethical consequences of plagiarism) #dok2
- analyze (situations for evidence of plagiarism and its consequences) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can identify what plagiarism is and recognize its consequences. #dok1
- I can explain why plagiarism is considered unethical in academic and journalistic contexts. #dok2
- I can describe the academic, legal, and professional consequences of plagiarism. #dok2
- I can analyze real-world examples to determine if plagiarism has occurred and predict possible outcomes. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Plagiarism has serious consequences that affect personal integrity and the credibility of publications.
- Understanding plagiarism helps students maintain ethical standards in their work.
Essential Questions
- What is plagiarism, and why is it wrong?
- What are the consequences of committing plagiarism in school and professional settings?
- How can plagiarism affect a publication's credibility?
- How can you avoid plagiarism in your own journalistic work?
- What should you do if you discover plagiarism in a peer's publication?