When you find books, articles, and other sources through SwoopSearch (and through most databases), there are "Cite This" tools available. Always double check the styling against a manual, but these can save you a LOT of time!
Finding appropriate sources can be challenging enough, but incorporating them into your paper can rally cause distress! One of the best ways to learn to write well is to read widely, but here are some other tools that offer concrete skills to really take your work to the next level.
A citation is the method that is used within a document to give credit to the original author(s). A reference list, also known as a works cited or bibliography, is usually found at the end of the document. It contains full citation details like: name of author and work, date published, page number, and if applicable, volume and issue number, place of publication, DOI (digital object identifier), and website link.
The professor will tell students which format or style manual to use when for the research paper, presentation, or poster. It is also important to note, style guides offer so much more than just a template for creating a citation - they discuss paper templates, writing style, how to use abbreviations, and so much more. Your writing can be greatly improved simply by following the suggestions given in the writing section of the style manual!
Need Help with writing your paper or citing? The Writing Center is here for you! You can visit with a tutor in the Writing Center office, drop-in at the library, or even consult a tutor online.
In all sessions, you must be an active participant in your session by asking and answering questions. Our approach is to teach students writing skills and editing strategies; we do not edit papers for students. Our hope is that students will learn enough about writing and editing to make our assistance unnecessary in the future.
You still need to schedule a time to meet with a tutor either by email or phone (writingcenter@uttyler.edu or 903-565-5995)