Questions: Quiz: The Research Process-Using and Citing Sources 2 of 18 Susan is taking two classes this semester and both require research papers. In order to try to manage her workload, Susan plans to use the same topic and research for both classes. Is this a good plan?

The answer is: Maybe, but only if Susan speaks to both professors, discusses her plan, and gets their permission to use the same topic and research for both classes.

While it is true that Susan owns her research and writing, academic integrity policies at most institutions typically require students to produce original work for each course. Reusing the same paper for multiple classes without permission can be considered self-plagiarism.

Although managing workload is important, academic policies usually require distinct submissions for different courses. Without prior approval, this approach could violate academic integrity rules.

This is the most appropriate option. By discussing her plan with both professors and obtaining their permission, Susan ensures that she adheres to academic integrity policies. Professors may allow her to use the same topic but might require different angles or aspects to be covered in each paper.

While this option emphasizes the value of the academic experience, it does not consider the possibility that professors might allow the same topic with different focuses. It is more rigid and does not account for the flexibility that might be granted with proper communication and permission.