Research Ethics and Plagiarism

"Research Ethics and Plagiarism" is among the key areas under discussion and consideration at various levels. Many students of PG programmes. Research scholars and faculty members of higher education Institutions face problem to resolve the issues related to plagiarism. In 2018, UGC has also notified its norms for plagiarism checking and promoting ethical practices in research and publications. In these norms, Universities/institutions are asked to organize programmes and make these issues as part of their research curriculum. Keeping in mind the vast scope of the area and opportunities for young researchers to learn about research ethics, plagiarism, citation, etc. this online course entitled “Research Ethics and Plagiarism” is being offered.

WEEK

TOPIC

Week-1

Module 1: Research Ethics and Scientific Conduct

Week-2

Module 2: Understanding Plagiarism

Week-3

Module 3: Types of Plagiarism

Week-4

Module 4: Plagiarism Detection Software

Week-5

Module 5: Publication Misconduct and Publication

Ethics

Week-6

Module 6: Ways to avoid Plagiarism

Week-7

Module 7: Regulations on Plagiarism in India

Week-8

Course End Activity and Submission