Definition:
- Merriam-Webster Dictionary:to bring forward or call to another's attention especially as an example, proof, or precedent
Explanation:
When you quote or paraphrase the work of another person in your research paper or presentation, you must provide a proper citation for the source.
A citation includes all of the pertinent information about a source such as it's title, the author's names, date published, publisher, and so on. The specific components for a citation depends on the type of source and the style used.
There are many different citation styles such as APA, MLA, Chicago, and AMA. Each discipline or field of study usually designates a specific style to use.
Citations are important because they give credit to the original author(s), enable others to locate the source that you cited, and improve the credibility of your work, especially if you cited authoritative sources.
Related Videos and Guides:
- Guide: How to Avoid Plagiarism By Citing CorrectlyIf you use other people's words, ideas, or work (including graphics, charts, and tables) without properly giving them credit, you are committing plagiarism, which is a serious violation of the academic honesty policy within NSU's student handbook as well as a federal crime.
- Guide: How to Read an APA CitationUse this guide to learn how to identify different types of sources based on their citation format in APA style.
- Video: How to Cite Journal Articles in APA and MLAStudents should use the citation style designated by their program/professor.