Citations
Why cite sources? Basic reasons include:
- to avoid plagiarism
- to give others credit for their ideas
- to allow your reader to locate the sources you used for your research
Whether you are quoting, paraphrasing, copying and pasting, or just referencing, you do need to cite:
- Anyone else's articulated ideas, arguments, opinions, or experiences.
- Artwork, pictures, videos, or other creative works produced by others.
- Direct quotations of any words written or spoken by others.
- Unique phrases or terms coined by others.
- Data, statistics, or facts produced or documented by others.
- Published research details and results, whether conducted by you or others.
- And much more!
Please remember this list is not exhaustive, and it does apply to most citation style guidelines! If you're uncertain when to cite something, check with your instructor, ask a librarian, or seek the answer in the appropriate style manual.
For More Help
We hope you'll also take advantage of our other services in your research process:
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Reference Librarians who are ready to help you with your research needs! Contact the Reference Department at tnccreference@gmail.com or call 757-825-2877 for assistance.
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The Writing Center can provide advice at any stage of the your writing process. Visit the website for hours, information, and writing resources.
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