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Referencing Government Documents
Who sponsors oral presentations of research in academic fields?
Professional associations.
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Importance of Citing Resources
Why is literature citation important in a research paper?
To avoid plagiarism and to assign proper authority to a statement.
What is one consequence of not citing sources?
Plagiarism, which is against the student code of conduct.
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Importance of Citing Resources
What does citing literature add to a research paper?
Weight and credibility to the statements made.
p.3
Citing Books and Articles
What does it mean to cite literature?
Giving credit to the source of any information or ideas in the text.
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Creating a Reference Section
What type of list is the reference section?
An alphabetical list of all the references cited in the text.
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Creating a Reference Section
What is important when referencing resources?
Ensuring accuracy and consistency in citations.
What are dissertations and theses considered in terms of information sources?
They are valuable sources of information.
p.1
Importance of Citing Resources
What is the purpose of citing resources?
To give credit to original authors and avoid plagiarism.
p.1
Citing Books and Articles
What is an example of a long quote citation?
A citation that includes a block quote format for lengthy excerpts.
p.1
Citing Books and Articles
How should you cite an entry in an online reference work?
Follow the specific citation guidelines for online sources.
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Ethical Writing Practices
What is a key principle when conducting research?
You must research in order to do research.
p.2
Creating a Reference Section
What aids in creating the reference list?
The sources within the text.
p.1
Citing Books and Articles
How do you cite articles from print periodicals?
By including the author's name, article title, publication name, and date.
When should you cite your sources?
Whenever you use a direct quote, paraphrase, summarize, or use less known facts or statistics related to your argument.
What does the lesson provide regarding sources?
A list of varied sources and the standard style to be followed.
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Distinguishing Between Citation Types
Why is it important to distinguish among types of publications?
It is essential for mastering how different types of references are cited.
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Importance of Citing Resources
Why is referencing important in academic writing?
It demonstrates reading and understanding of relevant literature.
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Citation Formats and Styles
What is the most popular format for citing literature?
Using an author's last name and date of publication in parentheses.
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Importance of Citing Resources
How does referencing help the reader?
It enables the reader to track down the original sources to check its quality.
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Citation Formats and Styles
What may a school prescribe for its students?
A particular citation style.
p.5
Creating a Reference Section
What does a citation provide regarding a scholarly publication?
Details of its location, helping people find it quickly.
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Importance of Citing Resources
What does proper referencing add to your work?
It adds authority by supporting it with previous research.
What types of information do books communicate?
They provide information, provoke thought, and entertain.
p.8
Referencing Government Documents
Where can government documents be located?
On the internet, research institutes, and policy centers.
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Ethical Writing Practices
How does referencing contribute to ethical writing?
It ensures that you give credit to the original authors.
In what formats can researchers find reports of research studies?
Books, scholarly journal articles, dissertations, government documents, and policy reports.
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Consulting Instructors for Citation Guidelines
What should you do when citing references?
Check with an instructor for the required form.
p.8
Referencing Government Documents
What types of materials can government documents include?
Sponsored studies and published reports from different government agencies.
What features make it easier to identify quantitative studies?
They usually include a method or data section, charts, statistical formulas, and tables of numbers.
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Referencing Government Documents
What other forms can government documents take?
Policy reports and presented papers.
p.4
Creating a Reference Section
What is essential to include in a report according to the text?
Citations in the text and full references at the end.
p.5
Creating a Reference Section
Where does a full citation appear?
In a separate bibliography or reference section.
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Citing Books and Articles
What are the key components of a citation for a book?
Author's name, complete title, date of publication, and publisher.
p.4
Importance of Citing Resources
What is the importance of citing authorities in a report?
To ensure credibility and proper acknowledgment of sources.
Where can specialized indexes be found?
At accredited universities.
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Citation Formats and Styles
What is one method of citing electronic resources?
Using specific citation formats for websites and online articles.
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Creating a Reference Section
Where should the reference section be placed in a report?
At the end of your report, before the appendix.
p.9
Citing Books and Articles
What does referencing your sources involve?
Systematically showing what information or ideas you are quoting or paraphrasing from another author's works.
p.2
Citation Formats and Styles
Why is it important to follow prescribed formats for writing?
To ensure proper citation and referencing.
p.11
Citation Formats and Styles
What is the difference between a reference section and a bibliography in APA style?
A reference section includes only the sources cited in the text, while a bibliography may include additional sources.
p.9
Ethical Writing Practices
What must you express alongside your original thoughts?
The thoughts and ideas of others.
p.1
Creating a Reference Section
What is involved in laying out a reference section?
Organizing citations in a specific format, such as alphabetical order.
p.9
Consulting Instructors for Citation Guidelines
What should you do to determine the format or writing style for citations?
Consult with your teacher.
