WGS.SS.22.D
Create original work using effective written communication skills, including proper citations and understanding and avoiding plagiarism.
World Geography Studies · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010
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original workeffective written communication skillsproper citationsunderstandingavoiding plagiarism
Skills
- create (original work using written communication) #dok3
- demonstrate (proper citations in writing) #dok2
- understand (the concept of plagiarism) #dok1
- apply (strategies to avoid plagiarism) #dok2
Learning Targets
- I can define plagiarism and explain why it is important to avoid it in academic work. #dok1
- I can identify examples of proper and improper citations in written work. #dok2
- I can apply proper citation techniques to my own writing. #dok2
- I can create original written work that demonstrates effective communication and proper citation. #dok3
- I can develop strategies for avoiding plagiarism in my writing process. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Effective written communication involves creating original work and giving proper credit to sources.
- Understanding and avoiding plagiarism is essential for academic integrity and credible scholarship.
Essential Questions
- What are the characteristics of effective written communication in academic settings?
- Why is it important to give proper credit to the sources you use in your writing?
- How can you ensure that your written work is original and free of plagiarism?
- What are the correct ways to cite sources in different types of written assignments?
- How does avoiding plagiarism contribute to academic and personal integrity?