After Goodall discovered her work infringed laws of plagiarism, she sent an e-mail consisting of apologies and reasons for her ignorance. I think she has done well to explain her mistakes, but believe she can do more. I think Goodall, her co-author, and the publishers should work together to develop a proper edition of the book, devoid of any plagiarism. It would replace the old 'Seeds of Hope' and clarify any questions regarding her honesty. This would further rebuild her reputation as an author. Jane Goodall's single mistake has sent her spiraling down back to the start alongside other writers who have been accused of plagiarism.
Sunday, March 24, 2013
Jane Goodall's Plagarism
Jane Goodall has infringed an important part of plagiarism which in turn impacts her reputation as an author. The significance of her plagiarism occurs in one commonly known circumstance. She made the obvious mistake and used another author's words. Even alone, this act is severe and has many terrifying consequences for students, workers, and especially authors. In addition to her plagiarized work, she failed to cite sources under a bibliography or works cited page, worsening the effect. The article "Jane Goodall's 'Seeds of Hope' book contains borrowed passages without attribution" by Steven Levingston points out numerous sections poisoned by plagiarism.
After Goodall discovered her work infringed laws of plagiarism, she sent an e-mail consisting of apologies and reasons for her ignorance. I think she has done well to explain her mistakes, but believe she can do more. I think Goodall, her co-author, and the publishers should work together to develop a proper edition of the book, devoid of any plagiarism. It would replace the old 'Seeds of Hope' and clarify any questions regarding her honesty. This would further rebuild her reputation as an author. Jane Goodall's single mistake has sent her spiraling down back to the start alongside other writers who have been accused of plagiarism.
After Goodall discovered her work infringed laws of plagiarism, she sent an e-mail consisting of apologies and reasons for her ignorance. I think she has done well to explain her mistakes, but believe she can do more. I think Goodall, her co-author, and the publishers should work together to develop a proper edition of the book, devoid of any plagiarism. It would replace the old 'Seeds of Hope' and clarify any questions regarding her honesty. This would further rebuild her reputation as an author. Jane Goodall's single mistake has sent her spiraling down back to the start alongside other writers who have been accused of plagiarism.
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She really did mess up big time, but at least she's working on improvving her book. It's also respectful that she has sent letters of apology to the other authors whose work she used in her book.
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