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Citing Your Sources


When you are doing research, it is very important to cite your sources in order to give proper credit to the appropriate person and avoid plagiarism. There are a number of different citation styles, depending on the discipline. Ask your instructor which style is required for your course.


Using Information Responsibly and Ethically

Avoiding Plagiarism

  • Penn State's Plagiarism and You guide shows how to use information correctly using concrete examples
  • The OWL at Purdue's Safe Practices web page lists easy methods to avoid plagiarism
  • DePauw University's Avoiding Plagiarism web page provides an extensive definition of plagiarism, as well as tips to avoid it

Writing Style Guides

MLA

APA

AMA

Chicago

Etc.