Comments

This paper was presented at the Fourth Collaborative Research Symposium on Security, E-learning, Internet and Networking (SEIN 2008), 5-9 November 2008, which was held at Glyndwr University, Wrexham, UK. It was published by the University of Plymouth, and the symposium proceedings are available at http://www.cscan.org

Abstract

This paper discusses the root causes of student plagiarism, particularly in Higher Education and particularly Interned-based. It considers the motivation of students, staff and administrators with their particular perspectives. It describes a case study currently in progress at Glyndŵr University in North Wales and reports preliminary results. Some pertinent observations and suggestions are offered in conclusion.

Disciplines

Computer Engineering | Data Storage Systems | Educational Assessment, Evaluation, and Research

Recommended Citation

Buckley, C., Picking, R. & Grout, V., "Internet Plagiarism: A Survey and Case Study", Proceedings of the Fourth Collaborative Research Symposium on Security, E-learning, Internet and Networking (SEIN 2008), 5-9 November 2008, Glyndwr University, Wrexham, UK, pp56-65.