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==== Plagiarising - copying resources created by others and representing it as yours ====

==== Plagiarising - copying resources created by others and representing it as yours ====

While it is easy to copy a resource from the internet and include in your own work without giving credit to the creator,  it is an unethical practice. This is called [[wikipedia:Plagiarism|'plagiarism']], the more familiar word is 'copying'.  Referring to other resources, 'citing' them in your work, or adapting them to meet the needs of your work are ethical activities. This is called 'fair use' of materials created by another person. What is 'minor' copying or 'large' depends on the situation, and you need to use your judgement. In case of doubt, always discuss with your teachers, classmates and friends. One simple rule - use materials from existing OER sources, and give credit to the source, in your own document.

While it is easy to copy a resource from the internet and include in your own work without giving credit to the creator,  it is an unethical practice. This is called [[wikipedia:Plagiarism|'plagiarism']], the more familiar word is 'copying'.  Referring to other resources, 'citing' them in your work, or adapting them to meet the needs of your work are ethical activities. This is called 'fair use' of materials created by another person. What is 'minor' copying or 'large' depends on the situation, and you need to use your judgement. In case of doubt, always discuss with your faculty, classmates and friends. One simple rule - use materials from existing OER sources, and give credit to the source, in your own document.

==== Violating the 'license' associated with the resource ====

==== Violating the 'license' associated with the resource ====