ETH Competence Framework

Avoid plagiarism by knowing how to cite correctly

Counseling & Mentoring Sessions
Citing in scientific writing. (Illustration: Storyset)

Abstract

You are in the process of writing your Bachelor’s-, Master’s- or Doctoral thesis and are unsure about plagiarism and how to quote and paraphrase correctly? You will learn how to avoid plagiarism by knowing what is considered plagiarism and by learning how to use quotes, paraphrases and correct citation styles. Also, you will get tips where to look things up.

Learning Objectives

The learning objectives are based on the needs of the students and support the avoidance of plagiarism through correct citation and paraphrasing.

Content

  • Knowing different types of plagiarism in order to avoid them
  • Direct quotes
  • Paraphrasing
  • Citation styles


Location

  • ETH Zentrum
    an einem der Standorte der ETH-Bibliothek
  • ETH Hönggerberg
    an Ihrem Arbeitsplatz im Campus Zentrum oder Hönggerberg
  • Online
    über Zoom oder MS Teams

Target audience

Bachelor students
Master students
Doctoral students
Postdocs

Language

English & German

Comment

Scientific writing

The consultation will be held in English and German.
You can find the registration for the consultation under “Open activity webpage”.

Accessibility

Our consultations become barrier-​free. Please contact us in advance at +41 44 632 21 35 or at info@library.ethz.ch so that we can optimally meet your needs.

Time period

January 01, 2024 - December 31, 2024

Organiser

ETH Library

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