Electrical Construction

Why are citations important?

Citations are essential to writing good papers.  They are important for a number of reasons:

  • It gives proper credit to the work's creator.
  • It enables the researcher to find the work cited in order to verify the accuracy and interpretation of what is quoted or referred to.
  • It is a check on the false attribution and misleading use of information.
  • It allows YOUR ideas to stand out clearly in the text.  
  • It helps reduce the possibility of plagiarism as you have clearly stated the sources for your information and ideas.

Using Free Citation Generators Tutorial

What style do I use?

The most common styles are APA, MLA, and Chicago styles.  Be sure to ask your instructor which style to use for your papers and projects.  

Research & citation assistance

Research assignments can be difficult to begin, especially if you are not sure how to get started.  The resources below are intended to help you with the research and writing process, but there is more help available. 

Book a session with a TSTC librarian to get one-on-one assistance.

Visit our FAQ and tutorials for after hours assistance.

Writing Guides

Citation Guides

Research assignments can be difficult to begin, especially if you are not sure how to get started.  The resources below are intended to help you with the research and writing process, but there is more help available. 

Book a session with a TSTC librarian to get one-on-one assistance.

Visit our FAQ and tutorials for after hours assistance.

Pre-Writing

Writing

Citation

Citation FAQs