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Citing & Referencing By: Lasinagaye Bennett, Shavontae Shirley, Kason Hawkins Objectives Define the following Examples of each referencing styles: referencing style with the use...

Citing & Referencing By: Lasinagaye Bennett, Shavontae Shirley, Kason Hawkins Objectives Define the following Examples of each referencing styles: referencing style with the use M.L.A. and A.P.A. of : a. a book b. a newspaper article Differentiate between c. an interview citing and referencing d. a web page and why are they important? Types of URLs differentiate a..gov Define and between a b..com explain the c..org bibliography and a following : WWW, d..edu reference list HTTP, URL? WHAT IS CITING Citing is the act of acknowledging the source of specific information, ideas, or quotes within the body of your work. This is usually done through in-text citations or footnotes. Purpose: It helps to give credit to the original author and allows readers to locate the source of the information. Example: (Smith, 2020) or.  What is Referencing Referencing involves providing a detailed list of all the sources you have cited in your work. This list is usually found at the end of your document and includes full bibliographic details. Purpose: It ensures that readers can find and verify the sources you used, and it demonstrates Presentations are communication tools that can be theused breadth of yourspeeches, as demonstrations, research.and more. Example: Smith, J. (2020). Title of the Book. Publisher.  Importance of Citing & Referencing 1. Proper citing and referencing prevent plagiarism by giving credit to the original author/s of the information you use. 2. They enhance the credibility of your work by showing that you have conducted thorough research and are building on established knowledge. 3. They allow readers to trace the origins of your information, facilitating further research and verification. Referencing Styles M.L.A The MLA (Modern Language Association) referencing style is a citation system used primarily in the humanities, particularly in fields like literature, philosophy, and cultural studies. It provides a standardized method for crediting sources and organizing references in academic writing. Key elements of the MLA referencing style include: 1. In-text citations: Brief parenthetical references within the text that point to the full citation on the works cited page. 2. Works Cited page: A list of full citations for all sources referenced in the paper, formatted with specific rules for order and punctuation. 3. Basic citation elements: Author(s), title of the source, publisher, date of publication, and other relevant information (e.g., page numbers, URL). 4. Formatting: Specific guidelines on spacing, font, and margins to ensure consistency in presentation.  A.P.A The APA (American Psychological Association) referencing style is a citation system used primarily in the social sciences, such as psychology, education, sociology, and health sciences. It provides a standardized approach for citing sources and structuring academic papers, ensuring clarity, consistency, and proper attribution of sources. Key elements of the APA style include: 1. In-text citations: Brief references within the text include the author’s last name and the publication year (e.g., Smith, 2020). Direct quotes also require page numbers. 2. References list: A detailed list of all sources cited in the paper, formatted with specific rules regarding order, punctuation, and the inclusion of author names, publication dates, titles, and source details. 3. Formatting: Clear guidelines on font, spacing, and margins to maintain consistency throughout the paper.  M.L.A E 1. Book Format: X Last Name, First Name. Title of the Book. Publisher, Year of Publication. Example: Smith, John. The Art of Writing. Penguin Books, 2018. A 2. Newspaper Article Format: Last Name, First Name. "Title of the Article." Title of the Newspaper, Day Month.Year, pages. M Example: Brown, Lisa. "The Impact of Technology on Education." The New York Times, 15 Jan. 2020, p. A12. 3. Interview P Format: Last Name, First Name of Person Interviewed. Interview. By First Name Last Name, Date. L Example: Taylor, Maria. Interview. By John Smith, 10 June 2021. 4. Web Page E Format: Last Name, First Name. "Title of the Web Page." Website Name, Publisher (if available), Date of Publication, URL Example: S Clark, Robert. "The Future of Renewable Energy." Green Tech Today, 23 May 2021, www.greentechtoday.com/future-of-renewable-energy.  A.P.A E 1. Book Format: X Last Name, First Initial. (Year). Title of the book. Publisher. Example: Smith, J. (2018). The art of writing. Penguin Books. A 2. Newspaper Article Format: Last Name, First Initial. (Year, Month Day). Title of the article. Title of the Newspaper, pages. M Example: Brown, L. (2020, January 15). The impact of technology on education. The New York Times, A12. 3. Interview P Format: Last Name, First Initial of Person Interviewed. (Year, Month Day). Title or description of the interview [Interview]. L Example: Taylor, M. (2021, June 10). Interview by J. Smith. 4. Web Page E Format: Last Name, First Initial. (Year, Month Day). Title of the webpage. Website Name. URL Example: S Clark, R. (2021, May 23). The future of renewable energy. Green Tech Today. https://www.greentechtoday.com/future-of-renewable-energy  Question What is the purpose of citing information??  Bibliography Reference list Urban Gardens A reference list provides a precise Bibliographies list all the sources consulted or snapshot of the works you actively cited by the author in their work. Additionally, engaged with and each entry in your bibliographies are organized alphabetically by reference list corresponds to a specific in- author's last name. Each entry in the text citation. bibliography includes information about the source, such as the author's name, title of the work, publication details, and date of publication. Small Plants Terrariums  Question Give 1 element that can be found in each reference style (M.L.A & A.P.A) and what it entails  WWW (World Wide Web) The World Wide Web or simply the Web, is a system of interlinked hypertext documents and resources that can be accessed via the Internet. These documents are formatted in a markup language called HTML (Hypertext Markup Language) and can contain text, images, videos, and other multimedia elements. Users can navigate the web by clicking on hyperlinks, which connect different web pages.  HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol) It is a protocol used for transmitting hypertext requests and information on the internet. HTTP is the foundation of any data exchange on the Web and it follows a client-server model where the client (web browser) makes a request for a resource (like a webpage) and the server responds with the requested resource. HTTP defines how messages are formatted and transmitted, and how web servers and browsers should respond to various commands.  URL (Uniform Resource Locator) A URL, or Uniform Resource Locator, is the address used to access resources on the internet. It specifies the location of a resource and the protocol used to retrieve it. A typical URL consists of several components: Protocol: Indicates the method of access (e.g., http, https, ftp). Domain Name: Identifies the server hosting the resource (e.g., www.example.com). Path: Specifies the exact location of the resource on the server (e.g., /folder/page.html).  Question Another name for WWW Types of URLs STANDS FOR "GOVERNMENT" It is used by government entities and agencies. Purpose: Indicates that the website is an official government site, providing authoritative information and services. Example: www.gov.jm STANDS FOR "COMMERCIAL" It is used by commercial entities, businesses, and sometimes personal websites. Purpose: Indicates that the website is intended for commercial purposes, such as selling products or services. Example: www.amazon.com STANDS FOR "ORGANIZATION" It is used by non-profit organizations, charities, and sometimes open-source projects. Purpose: Indicates that the website is run by a non-profit organization or a group with a specific mission or cause. Example: www.wikipedia.org Types of URLs STANDS FOR "EDUCATION" It is used by educational institutions, such as universities and colleges. Purpose: Indicates that the website is associated with an educational institution, providing educational resources and information. Example: www.Titchfield.edu  Question What does.Gov stand for and what is it used for?  Reference List Difference between citation and referencing citation vs Referencing Types of URLs www MLA referencing APA Referencing The Difference Between Reference and Bibliography References vs Bibliography vs “Works Cited”