Citation is a way to indicate the source of information you refer to in your assignments.
There are several ways or styles to cite your sources. The most common styles used in college are MLA Style and APA Style.
MLA style is used in the humanities (such as English or Philosophy).
APA Style is most often used in the social sciences (like Education or Psychology) or in the sciences (such as Biology or Nursing).
Always check with your individual professor about what they prefer you to use if you are unsure and please watch the following video:
You should cite your source when:
Common knowledge or information that most people would know does not need to be cited.
What details do you need from the source?
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