ABSTRACT
Responsible scholars give credit to other researchers and authors by correctly acknowledging ideas that are not their own. Giving credit is accomplished through the use of citations and bibliographies. This chapter discusses MLA and APA guidelines as well as some of the reasons for using different citation and reference styles. Plagiarism encompasses a wide spectrum of behaviors, from outright word-for-word copying of another’s work to artful paraphrasing that restates another author’s idea without acknowledgment. We provide guidelines and resources to help students navigate the challenge of properly citing others’ ideas and avoiding unethical uses of information.
