What is
Self-Plagiarism
Self-plagiarism involves handing in work that was already published or submitted for another class or activity. Some examples of self-plagiarism include re-submitting an essay written for one class in a second class, paraphrasing passages from previous research papers and recycling previously collected information. The issue with self-plagiarism is that it misleads readers into believing that this work is fresh and original. One of the most effective ways to avoid forms of self-plagiarism is to cite yourself in newly published work.
Self-plagiarism refers to recycling one’s own words from previously published papers or projects. This form of academic dishonesty can easily be addressed by attributing one’s previous work in any new essays or assignments, if applicable. Software such as Turnitin may be used to detect instances of self-plagiarism which may lead to academic consequences such as grade deduction or even failure.