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Plagiarism

  • Plagiarism.org ~ An "online resource for people concerned with the growing problem of Internet plagiarism." Provides a FAQ on plagiarism and copyright, tips for students on developing research skills, and resources for teachers, including information on identifying and discouraging plagiarism.
  • Synthesis: Using the Work of Others ~ This tutorial explains plagiarism and its consequences and describes techniques for taking notes and quoting sources to avoid plagiarism. Includes a section on copyright, information about citing Web sources, and plagiarism and copyright infringement quizzes. From the University of Maine at Farmington Writing Center and Mantor Librar

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Research

  • Duke University Guide to Library Research ~ Though designed for Duke University students, the overall guide to research is applicable to all students.
  • Research 101 ~ This resource is "an interactive online tutorial for students wanting an introduction to research skills." While some of the information is specific to the University of Washington Libraries, this nationally-recognized tutorial has global utility. From John Holmes of the UW Libraries.

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Study Guides

  • Study Guides and Strategies ~ Tips on studying, test taking, reading, and writing skills for students in junior high through college. Solid, practical advice on subjects such as procrastination, stress management, taking notes, critical thinking, memory techniques, spelling and grammar, and more. Includes links to other study guides. Maintained by a dedicated hobbyist who works in a university setting.

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Style Manuals

Writing Guides

 

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N. Mellendorf, Librarian. Last update: 4/07/08