Citation Help
What is a Citation?
A citation is a reference to a source of information such as a scholarly article, video, book, website or other mediums of information. This guide is designed to help you with all of your citation needs. The tabs above (which correspond to the descriptions below) provide the most current information about the various citation styles. Select the tab based on the style required for your research writing.
The Social Sciences (Psychology, Sociology, and Health Sciences.) use the APA style.
History instructors will sometimes request the use of the Chicago style.
The Natural Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, etc.) use the CSE style.
The Humanities (English, History, Fine Arts, etc.) use the MLA style.
If you need further assistance feel free to make an appointment with a Coastal librarian or you can use the 24/7 chat service provided in the lower right corner of the screen. This service is managed by librarians in the state of North Carolina.
Why Do We Cite?
Information has vaIue!
Imagine you come across a delicious recipe on the internet, and you decide to make it. You follow the instructions, use the ingredients listed, and create a mouthwatering dish.
Later, when someone asks you how you made it, you would likely mention the recipe's source, giving credit to the original creator. By doing so, you not only appreciate the person who shared the recipe, but you also enable others to discover and appreciate their work.
Similarly, when we use someone's intellectual property, whether it's a quote, a research finding, or an artistic creation, giving credit acknowledges the creator and allows others to access their work as well.
When Should We Cite?
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