Autoplagiarism
Autoplagiarism, also known as self-plagiarism, refers to the unauthorized reuse of one's own work without proper acknowledgement or permission. It occurs when a person reuses texts, ideas, research or other creative content they have previously published, often without informing the reader of this repetition. Autoplagiarism can compromise academic and professional integrity because it can create the illusion of original thinking and productivity, when in reality it is repeated use of previously created content.
Preventing autoplagiarism
To avoid autoplagiarism, writers and researchers should always clearly indicate when they are reusing previously published work, and provide proper source citations. Academic institutions and publications have strict rules and ethical standards to discourage and prevent autoplagiarism. Adherence to these guidelines is essential to ensure honesty, credibility and integrity in the world of research, publishing and writing.
