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Cengage Unlimited Explorations: Writing Skills

This Cengage Unlimited Exploration was created by Sandy Keeter—professor in the Information Technology Department at Seminole State College in Florida. Writing is an important skill for any college student, no matter...

Embarrassing Usage Mistakes (And How to Fix Them)

Embarrassing Usage Mistakes (And How to Fix Them)

Reading Time: < 1 minuteImproving Writing Skills Sometimes, even the most intelligent people make mistakes when using common phrases, leading to some embarrassing moments. Can you identify what’s wrong with the phrases below? Check your...

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Teaching Academic Integrity & Plagiarism Across Disciplines

Academic Integrity Teaching students the value of academic integrity and the dangers of plagiarism should be part of any college discipline. Learning the importance of original work, intellectual property, and appropriate attribution...