Copyright and Fair Use Guidelines at UTSA

A collection of resources specific to UTSA to help you navigate copyright in the classroom and as an author.

Avoiding Plagiarism

Whether on purpose or accidental, plagiarism can have a serious effect on your education and career trajectory. Utilize these tutorials to learn what qualifies as plagiarism and how to avoid it.

UTSA Libraries Plagiarism Tutorial
An interactive tutorial for UTSA students covering concepts such as scholastic dishonesty, citing 101, and consequences of plagiarism. Includes an activity, quiz and additional resources.
Academic Integrity Tutorial
By the University of Maryland University College. A four-part AI tutorial and video clips on avoiding plagiarism
Is Recycling Your Own Work Plagiarism?
Blog post from Turnitin.com discussing the concept of self-plagiarism and how to avoid it.

Related UTSA Policies

Information Resources Use and Security Policy
Chapter, 8.12, UTSA HOP
Scholastic Dishonesty
Chapter 2.37, UTSA HOP
Scholastic Dishonesty - Student Code of Conduct
Explanation of scholastic dishonesty and disciplinary actions in the Student Code of Conduct, 2011-2012 UTSA Information Bulletin