Smart Studying at Grosse Pointe South Take a

Smart Studying at Grosse Pointe South

Take a seat and get comfortable • Choose a quiet place—one that’s free of distractions • Find a comfortable, well-lit spot • Clear your work space and get organized • Pick a time that’s best for you

So what’s your plan? One of the best ways to plan your study time is to use your planner. You are responsible for keeping track of assignments. 1. Assignment- write it down 2. Due date- keep track of deadlines 3. Prioritize- When can you/should you work on this? How much time do you think you will need?

Ready. . . Set. . . Study! • Review notes and important class materials. Just taking notes is not enough! • Use note cards to focus on key facts. Some websites let you create and share your flashcards online. http: //www. flashcardexchange. com/ • Try mnemonic devices ex: HOMES • Make mental connections. We learn best by connecting what we already know with what we are learning.

Academic Integrity at Grosse Pointe South

WHAT IS INTEGRITY? • Integrity is defined as: • Strict adherence to an ethical code • In other words, a person with integrity is a person who “does the right thing, ” even if other choices are present.

WHAT IS PLAGIARISM? • Plagiarism is defined as: • To present deliberately as the product of one’s own, the words or ideas (including visual/audio) of another without clearly attributing the source. • In other words, a person who commits plagiarism uses ideas, words, images, and/or audio/video elements without giving proper credit to the outside source.

What’s the big deal? • Essentially, plagiarism is intellectual theft. – If you use someone’s ideas, words, images, and/or audio/video elements without giving credit to the source, you are stealing from them.

What are the consequences? • 1 st Offense: • The assignment receives a failing grade and the student is temporarily separated. • The counselor, department chair, and principal are contacted regarding the violation. • A meeting takes place with the department chair to discuss the violation and issues related to plagiarism. The student is to make the appointment for a convenient time for both department chair and student within one (1) week of the offense. Failure to meet with the department chair will result in the offense of Insubordination and consequent discipline. • 2 nd Offense: • The student receives a failing quarter grade in the class if a second (2 nd) offense takes place, anytime within the student’s high school career, in any department.

• • • • • • • • • • Implementation of PLAGIARISM Policy Plagiarism is defined as: To present deliberately as the product of one’s own ideas the words or ideas (including visual/audio) of another without clearly attributing the source. 1 st Offense: Failing Grade on the assignment and temporary separation. Meeting with the Department Chair to discuss the violation and issues related to plagiarism. Student is to make the appointment for a convenient time for both Department Chair and student within one (1) week of the offense. Failure to meet with the Department Chair will result in the offense of Insubordination and disciplined accordingly. 2 nd Offense: Failing Grade for the quarter the second (2 nd) offense takes place, anytime within the student’s high school career. Please note that the definition of Academic Integrity, and the process to avoid engagement in plagiarism (written, ideas, visual, sound) is stressed throughout the classes at South High School. Students also sign a contract for enforcement of Academic Integrity, showing that they have received, read, and understand the expectations for complying with our standard of Academic Integrity (also found in the Student Handbook all students receive at Registration). Plagiarism may impact one’s eligibility to qualify for the National Honor Society. Please sign below that you have received this notice. Once you have met with the respective Department Chair, have them sign as well, then return this to your administrator’s office. ________________________ Student Signature __________ Date ________________________ Parent Signature __________ Date ________________________ Department Chair Signature __________ Date

Please note the following: • The definition of Academic Integrity and the process to avoid plagiarism are stressed throughout your classes at GPS. • You will sign the Code of Academic Integrity, showing that you understand the expectations for complying with our standard of Academic Integrity. • A copy of these guidelines is listed in your Student Handbook • Plagiarism may affect one’s eligibility to qualify for the National Honor Society and/or various scholarships.

How do I avoid plagiarism? • Submit your own work. • Avoid situations that raise suspicion. – Ex: Discussing answers in a group study session is not the same as copying answers from a classmate as class begins.

How do I avoid plagiarism? • Know the requirements of the assignment. – Did your teacher say outside sources were acceptable in this assignment? • Use appropriate measures to properly cite any outside sources. – A “cut and paste” list of web addresses IS NOT a proper Works Cited page. In general, many courses will ask you to use the GP Style Sheet/ MLA Citation system. Both of these are available online. Works Cited www. wikipedia. org/politics_elections www. cnn. com/presidential-elections-policies www. politicstoday/president/votinglegislation

How do I avoid plagiarism? • Ask your teachers if you have questions. – Please ask us if you’re wondering what is / is not acceptable. We want you to succeed at Grosse Pointe South!

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