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Power of One Group Assignment II June 22, 2010

Differences between Primary & Secondary Sources:

As a group we noted a difference between these sources is in fact the source itself. Primary sources are those that can give an eye-witness account of the subject being researched. A secondary source is more of a “re-count” of the subjected being investigated. Both can be of good use for citing, however a primary source is guaranteed to have the security of the primary source’s information for use.

Differences between Peer-reveiwed Source & Popular Source:

As a group we noted that the use of peer-reviewed sources in academic situation should inform, corroborate and relay any informaition on the research subject at hand and give validation to what the author is conveying. We know that the informaition will be scrutinized by his/her peers thereby sealing the foundation of accuracy. We furthered discussed that popluar sources are best used in an area where the subject matter is that of a pop-culture nature. We made noted that biggest differencein is in the processes of gathering the information.

What constitutes plagiarism, and why is it important to document sources?

As a group we noted that the best practice to avoid plagiarism is to duly note where the information was derived from and the chosen resources used. Properly and correctly citing those sources within the document as well as on the reference page will help one to avoid plagiarism. We further noted that when using a quote word-for-word is to make sure that it is in quotation marks. Also at all times try putting thoughts and ideas gathered in your own words.