Importance of Citing Sources
Definition of Sources
- Sources include any material where information was found.
- Types of sources:
- Print or online
- Images, conversations
- Magazines, newspapers, books
- Interviews, music, websites
- Videos, charts, graphs
- All sources represent the creator's intellectual property.
Why Cite Sources?
- Intellectual Property:
- Credit the original creator when using their ideas or words.
- Avoids plagiarism.
- Facilitates Further Research:
- Enables readers to locate the original sources.
- Adds Credibility:
- Shows thorough research and strengthens arguments.
How to Cite Sources
- Collect necessary details:
- Books: Author, title, publisher, publication date. Example: "The Honey Bee's Hive" by Joyce Markovics.
- Internet: Include the title of the web page and URL.
Types of Citations
- In-text Citations:
- Used within the paper to give credit for specific ideas or quotes.
- Example format: (Author's last name, page number)
Creating a Bibliography or Works Cited
- An alphabetized list of all sources used in a paper.
- Essential for all research projects.
- Citations must follow specific rules regarding details and order.
Tools for Citing
- Citation Maker on OSLIS:
- Assists in creating accurate citations and a works cited list.
Conclusion
- Citing sources is crucial for ethical research.
- Explore OSLIS for further guidance on research and citation processes.
Note: Permission was granted by Bearport Publishing to use their book in the presentation.
OSLIS Motto: Learn to Research. Research to Learn.