Information has never been more accessible than it is today. With millions of people contributing material to the internet, the temptation to plagiarize is ever-present. In this program, we explore the nature of plagiarism and debunk common myths and misconceptions that drive some people to cheat others out of their intellectual property. The legal, academic, professional and personal consequences of being branded a plagiarist are also examined. Students and professionals will benefit from the advice provided to help guard against the theft of both their own intellectual property and the creative work of others.

Originally released by Video Education America (VEA), 2011. Streaming video file encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on May 07, 2015.

What is Plagiarism? (5:08); --Policing Plagiarism (3:18); -- Price of Plagiarism (4:06); -- Preventing Plagiarism (2:36); -- Preventing a Plagiarist Taking Credit for Your Work (1:38); -- Debunking Plagiarism Myths (2:43); .