Plagiarism

Christopher Crouch

ETEC 424

June 11, 2016

As a college, student there are countless opportunities of research papers and article reviews to write throughout the learning career. These responses to critical thinking topics are the building blocks of utilitarian knowledge, and should not be built on someone else’s ideas. Without truly thinking about the tough subjects and writing down your ideas, you are robbing yourself of the challenge and reward of critical thinking. In my opinion, it is more beneficial for the student to submit a “C” quality original paper rather than plagiarizing somebody else’s “A” quality paper.  As for that “C” quality paper, it is greatly significant to acknowledge the creative thoughts and ideas of that student. All of that being said, as a student, the punishment for plagiarizing another person’s ideas is much too devastating. Not only will you get caught and receive a failing grade, you can also be subject to suspension and even kicked out of the university. All in all I hope that I have made it clear that plagiarizing someone else’s work is clearly not worth it, nor is it in the best interest for the student.