Academic Writing: FAQs: Citation

What citation style should you use for academic writing?

Different disciplines use distinct rules for research papers and publications. Always consult your instructor, or a librarian, to find out which style you should use for individual assignments.

Citation Styles by Discipline 
This resource offers guidance on discipline-specific citation styles.

What is plagiarism and how do you avoid it?

Simply put, plagiarism is the act of taking someone else’s work and presenting it as your own. Committing plagiarism is unethical and a breach of academic integrity. Avoiding plagiarism comes down to one basic step:

Whenever you quote, paraphrase, or reference the words, ideas, or work of someone else, give proper credit to the original source with a citation.

What is Plagiarism? 
This article covers the basics of plagiarism and how to avoid it.

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