We cite sources to acknowledge the work of others, as well as to avoid academic dishonesty, or plagiarism. There are various formats for citing sources and your instructior will tell you which to follow.
Presents two basic documentation systems, the humanities style (notes and bibliography) and the author-date system. Choosing between the two often depends on subject matter and nature of sources cited, as each system is favored by different groups of scholars. The humanities style is preferred by many in literature, history, and the arts. From the Publisher's website.
The campus has purchased a site license, which allows students, faculty and staff to download a copy of EndNote X7/8. This program takes time to learn and is best used for large numbers of references.
There are many programs that allow you to organize references and
create bibliographies. Listed below are some of the most commonly used on campus.
