ESL 51: Composition III - Documented Argument Essay (Alexandria)

It is important to cite the sources you use for research in order to:

• give credit to the author.
• make it easy for the person reading or listening to your presentation to find the sources you used.
• make your paper or presentation look strong -- a list of strong, credible sources will impress your audience and teacher.
• avoid plagiarism.

From North Carolina State University:

The following websites may help you better understand and avoid plagiarism.  Remember that there are serious consequences for plagiarizing.