Dual Enrollment Students: Guide to Library Resources & Services

Why to Cite:

• Give credit to the authors of the sources you used.
• Provide evidence you did research -- good, credible sources give your work more authority.
• Allows your reader to locate the sources you used.
• Avoid plagiarism.

When to Cite:

You should cite a source if you reproduce, quote, paraphrase, or summarize ideas and/or media created by other individuals. When in doubt, cite!

The library catalog and many of the article databases provide citation tools. These citations should be checked for accuracy and follow specific requirements from your instructor.

Ask a librarian for help or consult the websites listed below: