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This guide provides an overview of the major citation styles supported by RefOwl. While our extension automatically formats citations for you, understanding the basics of each style can help you properly organize your research and ensure accuracy.
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<h3>Quick Navigation</h3>
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<li><a href="#apa">APA (7th Edition)</a></li>
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<li><a href="#chicago">Chicago (17th Edition)</a></li>
<li><a href="#best-practices">Best Practices</a></li>
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<h2 id="apa">APA (7th Edition)</h2>
<p>
The American Psychological Association (APA) style is commonly used in the social and behavioral sciences. The 7th edition was published in October 2019.
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<h3>Key Features of APA Style</h3>
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<li>Uses author-date citations in the text (Smith, 2020)</li>
<li>Alphabetical reference list at the end of the paper</li>
<li>Emphasis on publication date</li>
<li>Uses DOIs for electronic sources when available</li>
<li>Heading structure with levels</li>
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<h3>Common APA Citation Formats</h3>
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<h4>Journal Article</h4>
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Author, A. A., & Author, B. B. (Year). Title of article. Title of Journal, Volume(Issue), page range. https://doi.org/xxxx
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Tran, L. K., & Wilson, J. P. (2022). Advances in citation management technology. Journal of Academic Research, 35(2), 45-67. https://doi.org/10.1000/xyz123
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<h4>Book</h4>
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Author, A. A. (Year). Title of book. Publisher.
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<p><strong>Example:</strong></p>
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Johnson, M. R. (2021). The complete guide to academic writing. University Press.
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<h4>Website</h4>
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Author, A. A. or Organization. (Year, Month Day). Title of page. Site Name. URL
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National Science Foundation. (2023, January 15). Guidelines for research ethics. https://www.nsf.gov/ethics
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<h2 id="mla">MLA (9th Edition)</h2>
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The Modern Language Association (MLA) style is commonly used in the humanities, especially in language and literature studies. The 9th edition was published in 2021.
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<h3>Key Features of MLA Style</h3>
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<li>Uses author-page citations in the text (Smith 200)</li>
<li>Works Cited list at the end of the paper</li>
<li>Containers concept for nested sources</li>
<li>Flexible guidelines for digital sources</li>
<li>Core elements system rather than specific formats for each source type</li>
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<h3>Common MLA Citation Formats</h3>
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<h4>Journal Article</h4>
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Author(s). "Title of Article." Title of Journal, Volume, Issue, Year, Pages.
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<p><strong>Example:</strong></p>
<div class="citation-example">
Tran, Laura K., and James P. Wilson. "Advances in Citation Management Technology." Journal of Academic Research, vol. 35, no. 2, 2022, pp. 45-67.
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<h4>Book</h4>
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Author(s). Title of Book. Publisher, Year.
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<p><strong>Example:</strong></p>
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Johnson, Maria R. The Complete Guide to Academic Writing. University Press, 2021.
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<h4>Website</h4>
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Author or Organization. "Title of Page." Title of Website, Publisher, Date, URL.
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<p><strong>Example:</strong></p>
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National Science Foundation. "Guidelines for Research Ethics." National Science Foundation, 15 Jan. 2023, www.nsf.gov/ethics.
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<h2 id="chicago">Chicago (17th Edition)</h2>
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The Chicago Manual of Style offers two citation systems: notes-bibliography (NB) and author-date. The notes-bibliography system is commonly used in the humanities, while the author-date system is used in the sciences and social sciences.
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<h3>Key Features of Chicago Style</h3>
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<li>Flexibility with two different systems (notes-bibliography and author-date)</li>
<li>Comprehensive coverage of editorial practices</li>
<li>Detailed guidelines for various source types</li>
<li>Full notes can be condensed into short notes after first mention</li>
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<h3>Common Chicago Citation Formats (Notes-Bibliography)</h3>
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<h4>Journal Article (Footnote)</h4>
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1. Author First Name Last Name, "Title of Article," Title of Journal Volume, no. Issue (Year): Page range.
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<p><strong>Example:</strong></p>
<div class="citation-example">
1. Laura K. Tran and James P. Wilson, "Advances in Citation Management Technology," Journal of Academic Research 35, no. 2 (2022): 45-67.
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<div class="citation-format">
<h4>Book (Footnote)</h4>
<div class="citation-example">
1. Author First Name Last Name, Title of Book (Place of Publication: Publisher, Year), Page number.
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<p><strong>Example:</strong></p>
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1. Maria R. Johnson, The Complete Guide to Academic Writing (New York: University Press, 2021), 25.
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<h4>Website (Footnote)</h4>
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1. "Title of Web Page," Publishing Organization or Name of Website, Publication or modified date, URL.
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<p><strong>Example:</strong></p>
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1. "Guidelines for Research Ethics," National Science Foundation, January 15, 2023, https://www.nsf.gov/ethics.
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<h2 id="best-practices">Best Practices for Academic Citations</h2>
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Regardless of which citation style you use, following these best practices will help ensure accuracy and consistency:
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<li><strong>Collect source information while researching</strong> - Don't wait until you're writing your paper to start tracking your sources</li>
<li><strong>Use a consistent citation style</strong> - Follow your instructor's or publisher's requirements</li>
<li><strong>Verify citations with original sources</strong> - Even when using RefOwl, always double-check against the original source</li>
<li><strong>Include DOIs when available</strong> - Digital Object Identifiers provide a permanent link to the source</li>
<li><strong>Keep a backup of your citation library</strong> - Export your citations periodically as a safeguard</li>
<li><strong>Update citations for reprinted or re-published works</strong> - Use the most recent version when possible</li>
<li><strong>Be meticulous with details</strong> - Page numbers, author names, and publication dates are critical</li>
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