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Arts and Contemporary Studies Research Guide

Selecting and Evaluating Sources

Cite Your Sources and Use a Standard Format for Your Bibliography

Understanding Citations

It is important to cite all your sources and use a standard format for your bibliography.

Format the citations in your bibliography using examples from sources such as the Modern Language Association (MLA) or American Psychological Association (APA) standards. These are available on the Web. Check Citations and Style Guides.