No, Peter, you are not alone. Many definitions are riddled with
inconsistencies, and 'accidental' plagiarism is usually the result of
poor academic practice, which should not occur if students are taught
properly.
George.
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School of Philosophy
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From: Plagiarism [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Levin,P
Sent: 09 June 2004 21:41
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Subject: [attachment removed see end notes] Bobby Elliott's Plagiarism
FAQs
You can find Bobby Elliott's FAQs by clicking on this link:
http://www.bobbyelliott.com/Plagiarism.htm#Whatis
Am I the only person who has a problem with definitions of 'plagiarism'
that - as Bobby Elliott's does - say it is intentional, but also that it
can come about accidentally?
Peter Levin
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