This book brings the student (plagiarism) story up-to-date, set it into context, and illustrates the more nuanced understanding of this complex phenomenon that is now emerging.
– Tim S. Roberts, Central Queensland University, Australia
This is an informative book that will encourage educators at all levels to think in more depth about the issue of plagiarism. As such, it will be an excellent addition to an academic library, from high school level and above, as well as public libraries.
– American Reference Books Annual, Vol. 39
The 16 articles here explain the reasons for the stupendous rise in plagiarism, including student perceptions, lecturer attitudes and commercial interests, facets of plagiarism particular to international students, and detection programs.
– Book News Inc. (2008)
Thirteen chapters that reveal very interesting solutions to ways to adjust our thinking towards the vexing issue of plagiarism. This book is a must buy for anyone wishing to know how to do deal with this ever increasing dilemma.
– Elsepth McKay, PhD, FACS RMIT University, School of Business IT, USA
Since technology seems to move at the speed of light, Roberts has made it easy to get up to speed on plagiarism and more than supplies the impetus and inspiration for an intelligent plan of action.
– Rebecca K. Mangin, Early Childhood Professional