Subject Guides: SWO 501: Multicultural Social Work: Cite Sources

Citation Styles

Accurate, properly formatted footnotes and bibliographies are indicators of good academic research, and the ethical/legal use of information. The sources listed here provide assistance in following correct citation methods and in avoiding plagiarism.

Plagiarism: What it is and How to Recognize and Avoid it (Indiana University)

Plagiarism Examples (Indiana University School of Education)

Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (APA), 7th ed. (book) by American Psychological Association
Call Number: POR, GOR, & LAC Reference BF76.7 .P83 2020
ISBN: 9781433832161
Publication Date: 2020
The American Psychological Association (APA) 7th Edition is the official source for APA Style. Available for reference at all 3 USM Libraries.
It is the style manual of choice for writers, researchers, editors, students, and educators in the social and behavioral sciences, natural sciences, nursing, communications, education, business, engineering, and other fields. Known for its authoritative, easy-to-use reference and citation system, the Publication Manual also offers guidance on choosing the headings, tables, figures, language, and tone that will result in powerful, concise, and elegant scholarly communication. etc.
A Writer's Reference, 10th Edition by Diana Hacker; Nancy Sommers
Call Number: POR, GOR, & LAC Reference PE1408 .H2778 2021
ISBN: 9781319191887
Publication Date: 2021
A Writer's Reference has offered clear and quick answers to tough questions for millions of college writers. With a groundbreaking tabbed, lay-flat format and a first-of-its-kind directness, it helped a generation of students engage in their own writing and meet the challenges of the composition course.

Zotero Citation Tools

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Citing & Emailing from a Databse

Many of our databases provide help with formatting citations in APA, MLA, or other citation styles.

For example, in the EBSCOhost databases (Academic Search Complete, CINHAL, PsycInfo, etc.), when printing, emailing, or saving citations, you can select the citation style. Always check to ensure the citation is correct.

Click on the article title
Click on Email
Type in your email, select PDF, select citation style