Citations: Purpose and Scope
What is the purpose of citations?
References are necessary to acknowledge and credit the sources used in your work. They serve multiple purposes:
- Shows the reader where your information originated
- Gives credit to the original author or creator of the work
- Helps to avoid plagiarism
- Allows readers enough information to find the source(s) used
Citation Styles
There are various citations and disciplines typically have their standard style used for publications and academic work. Scholarly journals will typically stipulate the citation style required for publication. If you are uncertain which citation style you should be using, consult with your instructor or the journal submission requirements.
Learning Outcome:
- Explain the purpose of formal citation practices in an academic environment
- Identify when a citation is needed
- Recognize the difference between paraphrasing and quoting
Understanding and Avoiding Plagiarism - Module 1
This tutorial addresses and defines plagiarism and explains the purpose of formal citation practices in an academic environment.
Run time: 8-12 minutes
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Understanding and Avoiding Plagiarism - Module 2
This tutorial addresses how to use citing to avoid plagiarism. This module will help you identify when a citation is needed and recognize the difference between paraphrasing and quoting.
Run time: 14 - 16 minutes
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