Is it easy and common for students to plagiarize on research papers?
Yes, though plagiarizing an entire paper is less common than lifting paragraphs word for word from book or Internet sources. “Cutting and pasting” single clauses and sentences into the students’ own writing is even more common. Less common, but still popular among some students, is the practice of buying ready-made term papers on various subjects from so-called “paper mills” on the Internet. A paper can be purchased easily for $50. There are even papers on ethics for sale on the Internet.
