Summary
This video explains the significance of citations in academic writing, highlighting how they attribute credit to sources and enhance the author's credibility. It delves into the purpose of citations in assisting readers in locating sources and the key guidelines of popular citation styles like MLA Style. The video covers the essential components of a citation, including in-text citations in the paper and full citations on the Works Cited page, along with formatting tips for different citation scenarios. It also offers guidance on creating Works Cited entries, stressing the importance of accuracy and consistency between in-text citations and reference entries. The emphasis is on organizing references alphabetically, using hanging indents, and including all necessary source details.
Importance of Citations
Explains the importance of citations in academic writing, giving credit to sources and making the author more credible. Discusses how citations help readers locate sources again and the guidelines for citation styles such as MLA Style.
Components of a Citation
Describes the two main components of a citation: in-text citation within the body of the paper and a complete citation on the Works Cited page. Provides details on formatting in-text citations for different scenarios and the core elements for Works Cited entries.
Creating Works Cited Entries
Guidance on creating Works Cited entries, including organizing references alphabetically by author's last name, using a hanging indent, and ensuring consistency between in-text citations and Works Cited entries. Emphasizes the importance of accurately including all necessary details from the source.
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