대학 글쓰기 수업에서 카피킬러 표절 검사에 나타난 표절 양상과 교육 방안 연구

Abstract

This study utilized CopyKiller, a plagiarism detection tool, to analyze citation and annotation errors found in university students’ academic reports and to propose educational improvement strategies. In addition, the study examined both the features and limitations of the CopyKiller program. The analysis revealed that CopyKiller failed to recognize certain citation formats, such as numbered references and descriptive notes for abbreviated citations. Furthermore, the program misidentified coincidental sequences of six or more words as plagiarism, incorrectly classified tables of contents and reference lists as copied text, and inaccurately determined the scope of plagiarism or misrecognized sentences containing quotations. The results of plagiarism detection on student reports showed recurring problems related to citation and annotation, including incorrect citation marking, omission of sources, and insufficient source information. When plagiarism detection tools are used in university writing education, it is essential that students clearly understand the characteristics and limitations of these tools. Instruction should emphasize case-based learning and help students develop the ability to independently review plagiarism detection results. This study also suggests that writing education should reinforce fundamental academic ethics and provide in-depth instruction on proper citation practices.