Research and Citing Sources- Poitier

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What is a bibliography?

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A list of source materials that were used to write a research paper, report, or book.

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What is the purpose of citing sources in research?

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To let readers know where the information was found.

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What information is typically included in a book citation?

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Author's name, title of the book, publisher, year of publication, and format.

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Who is the author in a citation?

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The person who wrote the book or article.

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What does 'citing' mean?

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Giving credit to the sources of information used in research.

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Why is it important to use reliable sources?

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Reliable sources provide accurate and trustworthy information.

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What is an example of a primary source?

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An interview with a self-described feminist.

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What is an example of a secondary source?

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A news article about women in politics.

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What does 'plagiarism' mean?

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Using someone else's work or ideas without giving proper credit.

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What is the difference between a book and an article citation?

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A book citation includes the publisher, while an article citation includes the journal name.