Citation Formats and Their Importance

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What type of plagiarism involves rephrasing someone else's ideas without proper citation?

Self-Plagiarism

Direct Plagiarism

Paraphrasing Plagiarism (correct)

Mosaic Plagiarism

Which of the following is NOT a consequence of plagiarism in academia?

Revocation of degrees

Loss of credibility

Legal repercussions

Promotion in academic standing (correct)

Which of the following is an example of accidental plagiarism?

Copying a classmate's assignment

Using incorrect citations deliberately

Misquoting a source unintentionally (correct)

Completely rewriting a text without citation

Which search engine is categorized as an academic index?

Google Scholar Signup and view all the answers

What term describes the unauthorized combining of segments from different sources without appropriate attribution?

Mosaic Plagiarism Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a proper method to prevent plagiarism?

Using plagiarism checkers Signup and view all the answers

What does self-plagiarism refer to?

Submitting one's own previous work without acknowledgment Signup and view all the answers

Which type of plagiarism occurs when someone uses fabricated citations to misrepresent a source?

Source-Based Plagiarism Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following tools can help detect plagiarism?

Turnitin Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary ethical concern surrounding plagiarism in scholarly work?

Undermines intellectual honesty Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of citing sources?

To acknowledge the contributions of others Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the correct APA citation format for a journal article?

Author, A.A., Author, B.B., & Author, C.C. (Year). Title of the article. Title of the Journal, volume(issue), page range. DOI or URL. Signup and view all the answers

In MLA format, what is the correct order of elements for a book citation?

Author Last Name, First Name, Title of the Book, Publisher, Year. Signup and view all the answers

What is a common element included in citations to assist readers?

Exact page numbers Signup and view all the answers

Which citation format uses footnotes for referencing?

Chicago Style Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in the bibliography entry for a journal article in Chicago Style?

Doe, Jane. "Social Media and Mental Health." Journal of Psychology Research vol. 15, no. 3, 2022, 50-60. Signup and view all the answers

In APA format, what element is essential for electronic sources?

DOI or URL Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a reason for citing sources?

To ensure strict adherence to word limits Signup and view all the answers

What is a required component of an MLA citation for an article in a magazine?

Date of publication Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Chicago Style footnotes from bibliography entries?

Bibliography entries are formatted differently and include publishing details. Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct format for citing a chapter in an edited book using MLA style?

Author Last Name, First Name. Title of the Chapter. Title of the Book, edited by Editor's Name, pp.#-#. Signup and view all the answers

In an MLA citation for a website, which of the following is NOT required?

The date accessed. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following represents the correct format for an MLA e-book citation?

Author Last Name, First Name. Title of the E-Book. Publisher, Year. E-book platform. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of MLA citations, what is the primary purpose of a bibliography?

To list all sources cited and utilized for information. Signup and view all the answers

What information must be included when citing an article from a journal in MLA format?

Author(s), title of the article, title of the journal, volume, issue, year, pages, DOI. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a category typically included in appendices of written work?

Illustrative narratives. Signup and view all the answers

When referencing a web page using MLA, how should the author's name be formatted?

Last Name, First Name. Signup and view all the answers

What role does the editor's name play in a chapter's MLA citation?

It attributes responsibility for the compilation of the book. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following details is included when citing a web page in MLA format?

The full web address. Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct order of elements in an MLA citation for a book?

Author, Title, Publisher, Year. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Citation and Citation Formats

Citation is showing the source of information.
Information can be direct quotes, statistics, ideas, opinions, or illustrations.

Why Cite Work?

Acknowledge the contributions of other authors.
Guide the reader to the sources.
Evaluate the quality of the sources.
Locate more information if needed.

APA Citation Format

Book: Author, A. A. (Year). Title of the book. Subtitle if any. Publisher. DOI or URL (if applicable).
- Example: Smith, J. A. (2020). Understanding human behavior: A guide to psychology. Psychology Press.
Journal Article: Author, A. A., Author, B. B., & Author, C. C. (Year). Title of the article. Title of the Journal, volume(issue), page range. https://doi.org/xx.XXXXXXXXXX
- Example: Johnson, L. M., & Green, R. S. (2022). The impact of social media on mental health. Journal of Psychology Research, 15(3), 45–60. https://doi.org/10.1234/psychres.2022.045

Chicago Style (Footnotes)

Book: Footnote: John Smith, The History of Psychology (New York: Academic Press, 2020), 45. Bibliography: Smith, John. The History of Psychology. New York: Academic Press, 2020.
Journal Article: Footnote: Jane Doe, "Social Media and Mental Health," Journal of Psychology Research 15, no. 3 (2022): 50-60, https://doi.org/10.1234/psychres.2022.045. Bibliography: Doe, Jane. "Social Media and Mental Health." Journal of Psychology Research 15, no. 3 (2022): 50-60. https://doi.org/10.1234/psychres.2022.045.

MLA Citation Format

Book: Author Last Name, First Name. Title of the Book. Publisher, Year.
- Example: Smith, John. The Art of Writing. Penguin, 2020.
Journal Article: Author Last Name, First Name. "Title of the Article." Title of the Journal, vol. #, no. #, Year, pp. #-#. DOI or URL (if available).
- Example: Brown, Lisa. "Exploring Literary Themes in Modern Fiction." Journal of Literature Studies, vol. 15, no. 3, 2021, pp. 45-62. https://doi.org/10.1234/jls.2021.003.
Magazine Article: Author Last Name, First Name. "Title of the Article." Title of the Magazine, Day Month Year, pp. #-#.
- Example:Johnson, Amy. "The Rise of Digital Publishing." Writers' Digest, 10 May 2022, pp. 30-35.
Website: Author Last Name, First Name. "Title of the Web Page." Website Name, Publisher (if different from website name), Day Month Year, URL.
- Example: Taylor, Mark. "Understanding Shakespearean Drama." Literary Analysis Online, 5 Feb. 2023, www.literaryanalysisonline.com/shakespeare-drama.
Chapter in an Edited Book: Author Last Name, First Name. "Title of the Chapter." Title of the Book, edited by Editor's Name(s), Publisher, Year, pp. #-#.
- Example: Miller, Susan. "The Role of Women in 19th Century Literature." Perspectives on Gender Studies, edited by Jane Roberts, Cambridge University Press, 2019, pp. 112-130.
E-book: Author Last Name, First Name. Title of the E-Book. Publisher, Year. e-book platform.
- Example: Wilson, Rebecca. Digital Storytelling for Beginners. HarperCollins, 2022. Kindle Edition.

References

A list of all sources used.
Including cited and uncited sources.

Appendices

Supporting materials used in the work.
Including letters, data, figures, diagrams, computer programs, etc.

Information Sources and Access

Library catalog (OPAC): Online Public Access Catalog.
Databases: ScienceDirect, ProQuest, Agora.
Web indexes/search engines: Yahoo Directory, DMOZ.
Specialized indexes: PubMed (biomedical literature)
E-commerce indexes: Amazon (product listings)
Academic indexes: Google Scholar.

Plagiarism

The act of using someone else's work, ideas, or words without proper acknowledgment.
Types of plagiarism: Direct, Self, Paraphrasing, Mosaic, Accidental, Source-based.
Academic plagiarism: Copying internet content, using published research without citation, paraphrasing without citing a source, copying other student's work.
Consequences of plagiarism include failing grades, degree revocation, reputational damage, legal actions.

Prevention of Plagiarism

Cite sources properly.
Use plagiarism checkers (Turnitin, Grammarly, Copyscape).
Paraphrase correctly (understand source well).
Develop original ideas.
Learn citation techniques.

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This quiz covers the significance of citing work and the different citation formats, including APA and Chicago styles. Learn how to acknowledge authors, guide readers, and evaluate sources through proper citation practices. Test your knowledge on the rules and examples of each citation style.