This is a brief guide, for students, to resources available at Langara and elsewhere that will help you understand and avoid plagiarism.
Plagiarism can be very broadly defined as taking credit for academic or intellectual work that is not your own. Plagiarism is considered a very serious academic offence at Langara and at other post-secondary institutions.
If you have any doubts or questions about your written work and what constitutes plagiarism and what is acceptable, talk to your instructor, in addition to consulting the information below.