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Below is a handout that can be given out in a classroom setting explaining what CitationCenter is and the benefits of using it. This document also has a PDF Version for printing.
When you are writing a paper, it is important to give credit to all the sources you use. Whenever you quote, paraphrase, summarize, or otherwise refer to the work of another, you are required to cite its source, either by parenthetical citation or by using a footnote.
Another good reason to cite your sources is to avoid plagiarism.
Plagiarism is a piece of writing that has been copied from someone else and is presented as being your own work or taking someone's words or ideas as if they were your own.
Intentional or unintentional, plagiarism can result in serious consequences. The punishment for plagiarism can range from failing a course to being expelled from your high school, college or university.
If you are confused about how to use or make citations, www.citationcenter.net is a great resource to help you with any questions you may have. This website not only provides helpful walk-throughs on how to form MLA and APA citations, but it also provides a citation tool for developing long reference pages in a short amount of time.
For information on how to correctly format citations, please visit our MLA/APA Information Page or consult your local library's copy of the MLA or APA handbooks.
Also, if you would like to see if you are using a citation correctly, check out the citation tool. Plug in the required information and it instantly creates the correct citation for you!
www.CitationCenter.net