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What key information is typically included in a citation for books and journals?
What key information is typically included in a citation for books and journals?
- Author’s name, publication date, and edition (correct)
- Title of the work and author's credentials
- Publisher name, year of publication, and page number (correct)
- Publisher location, journal name, and edition
Why is it important to cite sources in your work?
Why is it important to cite sources in your work?
- To shorten your work by omitting sources
- To confuse readers about the source material
- To show originality by altering sources
- To give credit to source authors and strengthen your work (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a reason to cite sources?
Which of the following is NOT a reason to cite sources?
- To support your work with authoritative references
- To claim the ideas as your own (correct)
- To provide your readers with a clear reference
- To help your audience find more about your argument
Which citation style is specifically intended for student writers?
Which citation style is specifically intended for student writers?
In which fields is the American Psychological Association citation style primarily associated?
In which fields is the American Psychological Association citation style primarily associated?
Which referencing style requires a title page?
Which referencing style requires a title page?
In which citation style is the author's year of publication included in in-text citations?
In which citation style is the author's year of publication included in in-text citations?
What is the preferred font and margin format for both APA and MLA citation styles?
What is the preferred font and margin format for both APA and MLA citation styles?
Which of the following is the correct term for the bibliography in APA style?
Which of the following is the correct term for the bibliography in APA style?
Which of the following is NOT typical for APA in-text citations?
Which of the following is NOT typical for APA in-text citations?
What is the main difference between direct and indirect citations in APA style?
What is the main difference between direct and indirect citations in APA style?
Which header format is recommended in MLA style?
Which header format is recommended in MLA style?
How are citations ordered in a bibliography for both APA and MLA styles?
How are citations ordered in a bibliography for both APA and MLA styles?
What should you use in a reference if there is no author for the work being cited?
What should you use in a reference if there is no author for the work being cited?
What does 'n.d.' stand for in a citation?
What does 'n.d.' stand for in a citation?
What is required for every in-text citation in your paper?
What is required for every in-text citation in your paper?
When should common knowledge be cited?
When should common knowledge be cited?
What formatting style should be used for the reference list entries?
What formatting style should be used for the reference list entries?
What should be included in each item of a references list?
What should be included in each item of a references list?
What does a hanging indent refer to in citation formatting?
What does a hanging indent refer to in citation formatting?
Which of the following statements about citation is NOT true?
Which of the following statements about citation is NOT true?
Which of the following is the correct way to format multiple authors in a citation?
Which of the following is the correct way to format multiple authors in a citation?
How should the title of an article be formatted according to APA style?
How should the title of an article be formatted according to APA style?
What should you do if there is no page number available for citation?
What should you do if there is no page number available for citation?
Which parts of an APA citation for an online journal article are required?
Which parts of an APA citation for an online journal article are required?
In which format should the publication year be presented in a reference list entry?
In which format should the publication year be presented in a reference list entry?
What is the correct way to reference a newspaper article retrieved online?
What is the correct way to reference a newspaper article retrieved online?
Which of the following is NOT a required element for citing a magazine article retrieved online?
Which of the following is NOT a required element for citing a magazine article retrieved online?
When citing a work that is part of a greater whole, what formatting guideline applies to the title?
When citing a work that is part of a greater whole, what formatting guideline applies to the title?
What is the primary purpose of the APA format?
What is the primary purpose of the APA format?
Which of the following correctly represents a parenthetical citation in APA format?
Which of the following correctly represents a parenthetical citation in APA format?
What does a narrative citation integrate into a sentence?
What does a narrative citation integrate into a sentence?
What type of documents commonly use APA citation style?
What type of documents commonly use APA citation style?
In MLA format, how is the page number presented in a parenthetical citation?
In MLA format, how is the page number presented in a parenthetical citation?
What is included in an end-of-paper citation list?
What is included in an end-of-paper citation list?
Which term refers to citing sources in the body of a paper?
Which term refers to citing sources in the body of a paper?
What is a common limitation discussed in research on health disparities?
What is a common limitation discussed in research on health disparities?
Study Notes
Citation Information
- Citations provide essential details including the author's name, publication date, publisher name, year of publication, and page number relevant to journals, books, and anthologies.
- For poems, citations include the journal name and edition, especially for online sources.
Purpose of Citations
- Citations show readers the source of the material.
- Providing credit to source authors demonstrates academic integrity.
- Helps audiences verify claims and discover more about arguments presented.
- Citations strengthen work by backing arguments with credible sources.
Referencing Styles
- APA: Mainly used in scientific contexts; employs an author-date format for in-text citations.
- MLA: Used in the humanities, especially literature; emphasizes author-page citation style.
- Turabian: Variation of Chicago style tailored for student writers.
In-text Citation Formats
- Author-date citation (APA): incorporates author's last name, year, and page number (e.g., John, 2018, p. 17).
- Author-page citation (MLA): includes only author's last name and page number (e.g., John 17).
End-of-paper Citation
- End-of-paper citations provide a complete list of all works cited, formatted according to the selected citation style.
Key Differences Between APA and MLA
- Title page: Required in APA, not in MLA.
- Spacing: Both require double-spacing.
- Headings/Subheadings: Used in APA, often not recommended in MLA.
- Bibliography names: APA uses "References," while MLA prefers "Works Cited."
Basic APA Format for References
- Author(s). (Year). Title of work. Source or URL if applicable.
- Each reference should include author's name, publication year, title, and retrieval information.
Types of Sources and Citation Examples
- Online Journal Article: Author's Last Name. (Year). Title. Journal Name, Volume(Issue), pp. DOI.
- Magazine Article: Author's Last Name. (Year, Month Day). Title. Magazine Name, Volume(Issue).
- Newspaper Article: Author's Last Name. (Year, Month Day). Title. Newspaper Name.
- Printed Book: Author's Last Name. (Year). Title of Book (Edition). Publisher.
Handling Missing Information in Citations
- If no author: Use organization name or a shortened title.
- If no date: Use "n.d." for "no date."
- If no page number: Cite paragraph number or omit if only one paragraph exists.
- If no title: Descriptive notation in square brackets is used.
Importance of Proper Citation
- Allows readers to locate sources used in research.
- Indicates thorough literature review and supports credibility.
- Citing opposing viewpoints can strengthen one's argument.
- Failure to cite can lead to accusations of plagiarism and intellectual property issues.
Citation Hierarchy
- Every in-text citation must correspond to an entry in the reference list.
- Self-generated ideas do not require citation unless previously published.
- Common knowledge does not need citation unless specific context is needed.
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This quiz covers the essential elements of properly formatting citations and references in academic writing, focusing on author listing, publication year, and URL or DOI inclusion. Understanding these guidelines is crucial for creating a well-organized bibliography or reference list.
