Mathematics

What are citations, and why do we need them?

A citation is your way of telling readers how to find the information, data, opinions, and quotes upon which you based your paper. It gives your readers the information they need to locate the sources you used as evidence to back up your arguments, or the exact texts that you analyzed. 

A citation includes:

• The Author's names 
• The title of the work
• Dates of publication
• Information about the Publishing Body
• the date your copy was published
• Relevant information about location such as page numbers, and volume and issue numbers for articles from periodical publications

EDITORS: Please remember to choose only one citation format when adding the content below to your guides.

What is MLA Style?

MLA stands for Modern Language Association. MLA style was created by scholars in the humanities and liberal arts to standardize writing in fields like English, History, and Art. 

What is APA Style?

APA stands for American Psychological Association. APA style was created by social scientists to standardize scientific writing. Some fields that use it include: Allied Health, Business, Criminal Justice, Education, Political Science, and Social Work.