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Am I Using the Information Ethically?

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Have you clearly understood the information needed and defined the purpose and scope?

When searching for information, do you plan in advance what source you want to explore?

Have you decided on a tool, search strategy, or method for accessing your chosen information source?

Have you reviewed the sources, dates, and content of the information you found?

Did you use the information you found ethically?

Did you consider a variety of sources when looking for information?

Did you follow the correct citation style when using the information?

When expressing a summary or personal opinion, did you clearly cite the source?

Have you self-examined the information you found to ensure it is trustworthy?

Have you properly cited sources, shown respect for other cultures, and avoided bias and misinterpretation?

Has the external information you used been flagged or highlighted so that it can be easily identified?

Have you established rules for information sharing and citation in team projects?

Have you checked your work using the checker?

Have you created a note or link to verify the source?

Have you received or participated in information ethics education and training?

Am I Using the Information Ethically?

Low understanding of plagiarism prevention and information ethics. More training is needed. Get training in plagiarism and information ethics. Find learning resources and guides to improve your understanding of information ethics.

I understand basic plagiarism prevention and information ethics principles, but need more attention. Strive for better compliance with information ethics principles through additional training and feedback. Strengthen your self-examination with our plagiarism checker tool.

Demonstrates a high level of understanding and compliance with plagiarism prevention and information ethics. Try to teach and share information ethics with others. Teach information ethics to other users and share proper information search and citation practices.