Project Summary: Plagiarism is not codified in law. It is therefore not illegal. It is an ethical standard that is codified in many student conduct handbooks at universities across the United States. Plagiarism is a uniquely Western concept. Many students at schools in China and Japan consider the copying of one's words to be a sign of deference and respect. Essays are often answered using direct quotes taken from a teacher's lecture to show a student was paying attention. This cultural dimension is reflected in the "Shadow Scholar" essay. In this assignment, please provide an argument in favor of our current understanding of plagiarism, or provide an argument against it. Use evidence to support your thinking . Minimum length: 150 words Please submit as MS Word (.docx) or PDF