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ITE 115: Intro to Computer Applications and Concepts (Online): Cite

Resources for students in ITE 115 online. Questions? Email online-library@nvcc.edu

Citation Styles: APA, MLA & Chicago

Citation Style: APA

APA


Many of the article databases that NOVA subscribes to, such as Proquest and Ebsco's Academic Search Complete, will provide citations. These citations should be carefully checked for accuracy.

You can also ask a librarian for help, or consult the following websites:

Citation Style: MLA, 8th edition

  MLA, 8th ed. (2016)

  Many of the article databases that NOVA subscribes to, such as Proquest and Ebsco's Academic Search Complete, will provide citations. These citations should be carefully checked for accuracy.

You can also ask a librarian for help, or consult the website listed below:

Citation Style: Chicago

Chicago manual of style

Chicago

Many of the article databases that NOVA subscribes to, such as Proquest and Ebsco's Academic Search Complete, will provide citations. These citations should be carefully checked for accuracy.

You can also ask a librarian for help, or consult the following websites:

Why and When to Cite

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!

 

Plagiarism Has Consequences

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Types of Plagiarism

Image about self-plagiarismClick image for source.

Plagiarism may not seem like a big deal, but there can be some severe and/or long lasting effects:

  • Failing grade (assignment and/or course)
  • Note on transcript for academic dishonesty
  • Loss of financial aid
  • Academic probation or expulsion
  • Limited career opportunities (can become a barrier to getting a job or can cause loss of employment)

There are many different ways to plagiarize, including self-plagiarism.

 

Help with Citing Resources: APA, MLA & Chicago

Many of the article databases that NOVA subscribes to, such as Proquest and Ebsco's Academic Search Complete, will provide citations. These citations should be carefully checked for accuracy.

You can also ask a librarian for help, or consult the following websites:

Plagiarism Resources

Don't Plagiarize

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