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Self-Paced Interactive Module - Citing Sources in APA Style

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Description:

This module provides an overview of the practices of attribution and citation that are used in academic research. You will learn why it is important to cite your sources and how to format your citations. You will also be introduced to key resources that you can use to help you with citations.  

This module provides an introduction to APA citations.  

"Introduction to Library Research: Citing Sources in APA Style" by UO Libraries is licensed by CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.


Learning Objectives: 

By the end of this module, you will be able to: 

  1. Articulate the purpose of proper citation, including how citation helps readers of your work.
  2. Identify the elements of a citation that are essential for accurately formatting a citation in APA style.
  3. Describe key resources that will help you cite sources - including style guides and citation management tools.  

Additional Resources

APA Style Guides

Consult these resources for detailed information about APA style: 

Citation Management Tools

Citation managers help you collect, organize, cite, and share research. Click on the links below for guidance on using these tools.

Learning Opportunities

For help learning these tools, contact an expert listed on the tool's guide or sign up for one of our workshops: