What is the correct order for a book reference?
The basic structure of a book reference should list the author's last name, the first initial of their first name, the first initial of their middle name (if applicable), publication year, book title, edition (if it isn't the first), and publisher. This is the same format for both books and ebooks
What are the 5 sources of information:
In this Section
Books
Encyclopedia
Magazines
Databases
Newspapers
Library Catalog
Internet
How do you write a reference list?
What to Include on a Reference List
1.Include the reference's full contact information. List their full name, title, and company in addition to their street address, phone, and email
2.Include your contact information
3.Add a title to the page
4.Be consistent with your formatting
5.Check for accuracy
What is a reference list in an essay?
A reference list lists only the sources you refer to in your writing. The purpose of the reference list is to allow your sources to be be found by your reader. It also gives credit to authors you have consulted for their ideas.
Why is it necessary to have a reference list?
helps you to avoid plagiarism by making it clear which ideas are your own and which are someone else's. shows your understanding of the topic. gives supporting evidence for your ideas, arguments and opinions. allows others to identify the sources you have used.
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