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Plagiarism has become a new challenge in higher learning in the information age. This study aimed to improve ethical use of information in academic writing among polytechnic students by implementing online plagiarism module in Ethics and Civilization Appreciation subject. The study employed an action research study and involved 30 Polytechnic students. Data was collected using previous students’ assignments, interview and document analysis. The study found that the online plagiarism module implemented using online workshop had helped students to ethically use information and prepare references using a proper style in academic writing. This study implicated that any plagiarism modules for academic writing should be implemented within specific subjects to fully engage students in using information ethically in academic writing. The study also suggested the module could be implemented using online workshop which seem to add appeal to Z generation of students.
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In-Text Citation: (Mohamad & Karim, 2021)
To Cite this Article: Mohamad, D., & Karim, A. A. (2021). Improving Ethical Use of Information in Academic Writing among Polytechnic Students Using Online Plagiarism Module. International Journal of Academic Research in Pro, 10(3), 337-381.
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