Module 11
Citing Tools
This module covers tools you may find useful to generate citations.
When you complete this module, you will be able to:
- use the citation tools in library databases.
- select from various citation tools for the one that works best for you.
Most of the library's databases provide you with the option to generate citations
for resources. This option as well as printing, saving, sharing, and other tools are
often listed along the right side. If not there, scroll to the bottom of the webpage
to see it is there.
If you need to select a citation style and an edition, use the most current edition
(e.g. APA 6th edition, MLA 7th edition). Consult your syllabus or ask your professor
if you should use an older edition.
Warning! Double check the accuracy of the citations. Information may be missing from the citation. Punctuation and capitalization may be incorrect. However, the generated citation gives you a start of writing the citation rather than beginning from scratch.
In EBSCOhost, select "Cite" under the tools options. Find the citation style you are using (e.g. APA, MLA), and copy and paste the citation into your references or works cited page.
In JSTOR, select "Cite This Item" under the tools options. Copy and paste or use the "Copy to Clipboard" option to add to your citation list.
In Gale, select "Citation Tools" under the tools options. Copy and paste into your citation list.
In ProQuest, select "Cite" under the tools options. Find the citation style you are using (e.g. MLA or APA); click the "Change" button. Copy and paste into your citation list.
In Britannica, the citation option is at the bottom of the article. Use the radio buttons to select the citation style you want. Then, copy and paste into your citation list.
Microsoft Word has a built-in citation generating tool. Select the tab for "References"
and then use the "Citations & Bibliography" group to create your citations.
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Mendeley helps you to organize your research, allows you to highlight and make notes, and
generates citations for you. You can also create groups in order to collaborate on
assignments with classmates.
It is a free academic software that is supported on the Web, on mobile devices, and
on desktops.
The Web has several free citation generators. Here a few that you may find useful:
Bibme
Citefast
Knight Cite
Citation Machine
You have completed Module 11. You should now be able to:
use the citation tools in library databases.
select from various citation tools for the one that works best for you.
Congratulations! You are now empowered to:
- identify your information need,
- search for information,
- evaluate information and its sources,
- apply and use information ethically and legally, and
- acknowledge your use of the information.
If you have any questions or need help with your research, contact the Peru State College Library. We are here to help you!