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Referencing

In academic writing, it is EXTREMELY important to acknowledge the sources of ideas and words uttered (or written) by others. Not doing this is called 'plagiarism', which is a serious offence.

• Academic integrity and plagiarism (Monash site)
• Faculty assessment policy - Plagiarism, Cheating & Collusion section explains what constitutes plagiarism or dishonesty in assessment.
• Referencing conventions: representing ideas of others

The following documents allow you to check your understanding of APA referencing and plagiarism. Complete the Quiz and Activity and then check your answers.

• Referencing Quiz (pdf, 30Kb)
• Referencing Quiz Answers (pdf, 31Kb)
• Plagiarism Exercise (pdf, 31Kb)
• Plagiarism Exercise Answers (pdf, 41Kb)