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Evaluating sources
Explore some of these resources to learn more or refresh your memory about evaluating sources: Evaluating Web Pages (UC Berkeley) […]
Identifying types of sources
These resources will help you identify different types of sources: Distinguishing Scholarly from Non-Scholarly Periodicals: A Checklist of Criteria: Introduction & Definitions (Cornell) […]
Finding reputable popular sources
How can I tell if my source is a popular source? Popular sources usually serve different purposes and audiences than scholarly sources. You can examine the following to see if your source aligns with the common characteristics of popular sources. […]
Finding reputable scholarly sources
Credible sources vs scholarly sources: what is a scholarly source? Credible sources are popular sources, such as newspapers and magazines, government websites, or websites of well-respected associations. […]
How to read scholarly, peer-reviewed journal articles
How to Read a Scholarly Article (University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Library, 9 mins., transcript provided). Despite the title, this video helps you learn to identify scholarly, peer-reviewed journal articles, and gives tips on reading them. […]
Using sources
Tips and resources for using quotations/paraphrases: Avoiding dropped quotations: Quote Sandwich from St. Louis Community College. Be careful not to place quotations into your writing without introducing or commenting on them. […]
How to avoid plagiarism
Plagiarism: What it is and How to Recognize it and Avoid it (Indiana University Writing Guide). While not part of the IU tutorial, this source offers examples of improper paraphrasing and ways to avoid plagiarism when using sources. […]
[UPDATE] Citing sources
References Lists and In-Text Citations in APA Format. You may remember how you learned how to create references lists and in-text citations in APA format. Here is a refresher of the sources from that week:
Reference/citation managers
Consider using a free citation manager to keep track of sources for all your college writing assignments. Many people like Zotero: (see Quick Start Guide and Support, or the Newman Library’s Zotero guide). […]
Should I use a citation generator? (Library or web-based)
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