What is considered plagiarism?
Good question, and a tricky one. Classwork is generally considered group work, and all the members of the group will receive the same grade. Lab reports are considered individual work. While your data will be identical to other group members, the narrative should be original. Students who submit unoriginal work will receive a grade of 0% for that assignment. The procedure for notifying the Dean’s Office as explained in the Student Code will be followed. If a student is found engaging in cheating during the lab fin, the student will receive a failing grade for the lab, whichcould mean a failing grade for the course. The Dean will be notified in this case too. For the full text of the plagiarism guidelines from the Student Code, click here.
