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How do I cite a Web site and other sources?


There are many different styles for citing your sources.  Most of the professors at CCRI require you to cite your sources using either the Modern Language Association (MLA) or American Psychological Association (APA) format.  Check to see if your professor has a preference; contact the CCRI Writing Center if you need help with your writing projects.  Once you select a style, it is important that you be consistent in using it throughout your paper.

MLA Style

The MLA guidelines on documenting both Web and print sources are explained in the MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers (7th ed, 6th ed), published by the Modern Language Association.

The CCRI Writing Center has a handout on citing sources using the PDF file MLA System (PDF file*).

APA Style

The Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (6th ed, 5th ed) covers how to cite print and Web sources in APA style.

The official APA Web site also provides answers to frequently asked questions and a tutorial at APA Style Help.

The CCRI Writing Center has produced a handout on documenting sources using the PDF file APA System (PDF file*).

Chicago System

The Writing Center has also developed a handout on using the PDF file Chicago Notes-Bibliography System (PDF file*) for documenting sources.

NoodleTools

Try NoodleBib, a subscription tool to create MLA- and APA-style citations and bibliographies.

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