From our EmpowerU Support Series comes – our latest short impactful online courses designed to support individual and professional development and maximise efficiency and productivity in learning and working from a remote environment.

Course Overview

This course delves deeply into the significance of writing honesty, the complexities of plagiarism, and the ethical standards expected in professional writing endeavours. Participants will learn to identify and avoid plagiarism, utilise detection tools effectively, and master citation techniques. Emphasising practical strategies and ethical considerations, the course equips learners with essential skills and resources to maintain integrity in their professional pursuits.

Topics Covered

In this course, you will:

• Explore the significance of ethical conduct

• Understand what constitutes plagiarism and its various forms

• Familiarise yourself with popular software used to detect plagiarism

• Learn step-by-step procedures for using plagiarism detection tools

• Master techniques to avoid unintentional plagiarism

• Reflect on personal values and practices to cultivate a culture of academic integrity

• Analyse real-world scenarios

• Understand the policies and resources provided.

Why Enrol?

• Gain essential knowledge and skills to identify and avoid plagiarism in academic and professional work.

• Equip yourself with practical strategies and tools to uphold academic integrity and ethical standards.

• Enhance your writing proficiency and research skills through effective citation and referencing techniques.

• Understand the implications of plagiarism and ethical dilemmas in scholarly environments.

• Prepare yourself to excel in any writing pursuits and contribute ethically to your field of study or profession