Main Contents Page

Before you start

STEP 1: STARTING OUT

STEP 2: FINDING

STEP 3: EVALUATE

STEP 4: LEGAL USE

- Plagiarism

What is it?

What is a paper mill?

Consequences

Detection tools

- Copyright

SA copyright law

Practical tips

Own vs others work

- Quizz

STEP 5: COMMUNICATE

Detection tools

There are certain detection tools available on the Internet to detect plagiarism in assignments. The following web sites will explain how to use these tools as well as where to find them:

Plagiarism.org	This web site provides frequently-asked questions and answers, and explains how the detection tool can be used. This detection tool is available at Turnitin.com
Detecting Plagiarism - A quick guide for faculty (Iowa State University)	This website provides some indicators to look for in the format, citation, style and content of the assignment.
Cheating 101: Paper Mills and You	This web site provides a list of different detection sites.