2. Understanding and Using Citations

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Module 1, section 7 (Attribution, Citation, Plagiarism and Scholarship) explained why it is important to cite and give credit to authors whose ideas and words you have used to advance your argument. Citing those sources helps others, and you, to find those sources later for verification and for a broader understanding of the relevant contexts and perspectives. These citations advance the research agenda by helping others to learn from those who influenced you.  Importantly, citing your sources also helps you to avoid charges of plagiarism.

This section will connect you to resources that will explain and show you how to properly create and format citations. 

Resources for Creating Citations

Links to an external site.Purdue Online Writing Lab Links to an external site.
Purdue Online Writing Lab contains a wealth of information to help you learn how to use the varied citations and format styles, including APA, MLA, etc.

UMD Libraries: Citation Tools Links to an external site.
This page will give you general information on how and why to cite