Video Tutorials: Information Ethics & APA Resources
- Health Sciences-APA Style, ResourcesVideo showcases resources and services providing assistance with APA citation and style. Location of citation tools in online library and information platforms as well as navigating APA resources from OWL at Purdue University also covered.
Why is it Important to Cite Your Sources for Your Research Papers?
Citing sources and creating a Bibliography/Works Cited List:
- Gives credit to the author(s)
- Illustrates your ability to locate & evaluate appropriate sources
- Provides evidence for the arguments and conclusions in your paper
- Prevents plagarism and copyright infringement
Links to APA Resources
- OWL at Purdue-APA Citation, Electronic SourcesMore information about citing online resources, including for websites/pages.
Publication Manual (OFFICIAL) 7th Edition of the American Psychological Association by Call Number: 808.06 P97ISBN: 9781433832154Publication Date: 2019, 7th edition
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What is APA Style?
APA format is the official style of the American Psychological Association (APA) and is commonly used to cite sources in psychology, education, and the social sciences.
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What Is Plagiarism?
pla·gia·rism (noun)
The practice of taking someone else's work or ideas and passing them off as one's own.
Synonyms - copying, infringement of copyright, piracy, theft, stealing. Informal - cribbing "accusations of plagiarism." Source: Google Definition
Plagiarism can be intentional or unintentional.
Consequences of Plagiarism Here at Chaffey
The School Dean may impose the following sanctions after meeting with the student:
- verbal warning or written reprimand
- failing grade for an assignment
- failing grade in the course
- removal from class
- restitution