Copying directly without using quotation marks or references. This can seem appealing to a student as it adds to the word count and will add information that you know is factual regarding the topic. However what you need to remember is that it is Plagiarism and it is exteremly easy to recognise as most of the marking lectures will have read the books that you use. Also it is clear within an essay if the student has plagiarism a 'chunk' from another source, as it will not be in keeping with your own style of writing and will not flow correctly.

Another example is to use a source and change a few words or phrases without acknowledging the source. This can seem as an easy option to include some factual information about the chosen topic and you may attept to do this if you find it difficult to put the information in your own words. Again this should be avoided as it is plagiarism and can again be clearly identified as it will not be in keeping with your writing style.

All insititutions take plagiarism exteremly seriously and often it can result in academic suspension or if it is continued you could find yourself excluded from your course.