The definition of plagiarism mainly includes the following aspects:
I. Similarity with the original text
If the language, structure and content in the paper are very similar to the original, it will be considered plagiarism. For example, copy and paste the original text directly, or simply modify the original text without making appropriate quotations and indicating the source.
Second, is it authorized?
If other people's viewpoints, data and research results are cited in the paper, the source must be indicated and the authorization of the other party must be obtained, otherwise it will be plagiarism. Even if the published research results have been repeatedly studied, they must indicate the source and obtain the authorization of the other party.
Third, whether it conforms to academic norms.
Papers must abide by academic norms, such as indicating the source, quoting correctly and completely, and expressing accurately. If the paper does not conform to academic norms, it will be considered plagiarism.
Fourth, whether there is malice.
If plagiarism in a paper is intentional and malicious, it will be considered as serious plagiarism. For example, some people will change the original content in order to deliberately plagiarize, in order to try to cover up plagiarism.
In short, plagiarism is an act that seriously affects academic ethics and academic integrity. In the process of writing papers, we must strictly abide by academic norms, pay attention to citation and indicate the source, and avoid plagiarism as much as possible. If plagiarism is found, necessary measures should be taken in time to correct and punish plagiarism and protect the normal development of academic ethics and academic integrity.