Citing sources properly is a critical academic skill. Not only does citing sources enhance your credibility and bolster your argument, it can keep keep you out of hot water by avoiding plagiarism.
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Many times you can find full citations already created when researching in databases. Look for symbols and/or wording that indicate the citation is available for you to copy/paste.
"Today's information environments are complex, and learning how to find relevant and reliable information online, as well as how to fact-check and evaluate that information, is essential." - Book description.
This book also has useful information on what is plagiarism, how to cite ethically, and how to avoid plagiarism.
