Hi Tamara,
Cryptomnesia appears as the subject of an article by Brown & Halliday (1991)
in AJP and makes interesting reading.
It's fair to say that not everyone agrees on its existence and a student
would have to be really tuned in to use it effectively in cases of breach of
plagiarism regs. However, it is possible for anyone to experience it who is
engaged in learning over time.
The 'famous' case mentioned whenever you see the term is that of Nietzsche.
I'd be happy to chat to you more about it off the list if that was of use to
you.
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Subject: 'Cryptonesia' & plagiarism
Hi,
I had a discussion recently with a lecturer about plagiarism and
self-plagiarism. She wanted to know if I knew anything about cryptonesia.
I have heard of it, but not in terms of students' academic writing; so was
just wondering if anyone has? I think she meant in terms of student's using
it as a defence? Self-plagiarism seems to be an issue in some modules - any
suggestions for students?
I hope someone can shed some light for me!
Regards,
Tamara
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