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GCS 105: Introduction to Global Cultural Studies (Millen)

Citing Sources

When you conduct research, you always need to cite your sources. You need to show where you found your information; it doesn't matter what type of source it is, whether print or online, an image or a conversation. If it is not your original idea or work, it probably needs to be cited.

 

Why cite sources?

 

  • To give credit to others who created the work.
  • To clearly separate your own thoughts from others.
  • To give authority to your own work.
  • To demonstrate that you compared and contrasted other's work.
  • To help readers retrieve sources you used and verify information. 
  • To ethically use information sources. 
  • To prevent plagiarism. Being found guilty of plagiarism may lead to disciplinary actions or even expulsion. 

MLA Style Guide

APA Style Guide

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