Plagiarism Policy
Plagiarism Policy for "Zealous & Energetic Scholarly Texts"
Introduction
"Zealous & Energetic Scholarly Texts" (ZEST) is committed to publishing high-quality, original scholarship. Plagiarism is a serious offense that undermines the integrity of scholarly research and publication. As such, ZEST has a strict plagiarism policy.
Definition of Plagiarism
Plagiarism is the act of taking someone else's work and presenting it as your own. This includes copying text, ideas, or data verbatim, or paraphrasing someone else's work without proper attribution. Plagiarism can also occur when you fail to cite your sources correctly.
Examples of Plagiarism
Some common examples of plagiarism include:
- Copying text verbatim from another source without using quotation marks or providing a citation.
- Paraphrasing someone else's work without proper attribution.
- Using someone else's ideas or data without proper attribution.
- Failing to cite your sources correctly.
Consequences of Plagiarism
Any instances of plagiarism detected in a manuscript submitted to ZEST will be taken very seriously. The consequences of plagiarism may include:
- Rejection of the manuscript.
- Publication of a retraction or correction.
- Banning the author from submitting manuscripts to ZEST in the future.
How to Avoid Plagiarism
To avoid plagiarism, it is important to:
- Always cite your sources correctly.
- Use quotation marks when copying text verbatim from another source.
- Paraphrase someone else's work in your own words, and be sure to cite the source.
- Keep track of your sources and take careful notes.
- Proofread your work carefully to ensure that all citations are accurate and complete.
If You Suspect Plagiarism
If you suspect that a manuscript submitted to ZEST contains plagiarism, please contact the journal editor immediately. The editor will investigate the matter and take appropriate action.
Conclusion
ZEST is committed to publishing high-quality, original scholarship. Plagiarism is a serious offense that undermines the integrity of scholarly research and publication. ZEST has a strict plagiarism policy, and any instances of plagiarism detected in a submitted manuscript will be taken very seriously.