Why Cite Sources?
Citing sources is giving credit to the original author and publisher of the information you use in your research. It is the essence of Academic Integrity.
Avoid Plagiarizing: You must cite any direct quotation, summary, or paraphrase of any idea or fact from your research. Citing sources is giving credit to the original author and publication where you found the information. Not citing sources is plagiarism and you may be subject to academic discipline.
Lend Authority to Your Paper: By referencing the work of scholars and other professionals, you demonstrate that your own research is based on solid, reliable information and that you are capable of critical thinking by being able to synthesize that research into your own.
Provide a Path: By citing sources, you provide the information readers of your paper need in order to locate the same sources that you did.
Acknowledge Other's Work: Part of your research is built upon the research of other people. It is respectful and fair to give them credit for their hard work (just as you would hope others would give you credit if they were quoting your own work!)
In-text citations:
Not sure when or how to paraphrase, quote or summarize? Watch this video.
NoodleTools is your citation generator and works cited organizer.
Access NoodleTools in your Google Apps waffle.
Create a New Project
1. Under 'Projects' tab, select the GREEN box titled 'New Project'.
2. Enter a Project Title, select MLA Citation Style, and Junior Citation Level.
3. Click on 'Submit' to save your titled project!
Dashboard
After naming and saving your project, enter your research question and/or topic.
Sources
1. Select Create New Citation (green box)
2. Select the type of source - example: database, print, website
3. 'Quick Cite' can be used to copy and paste a citation from a source
Watch this video for in-depth explanation on how to paraphrase and write an essay.