Citations and Formatting in Research

The video tutorial provides a comprehensive guide on how to effectively use in-text citations and create a works cited page for a research paper. It introduces the MyBib Chrome extension as a tool to simplify the citation process, demonstrating how to install and use it for managing citations in MLA and APA styles. The tutorial also covers how to add quotes, create in-text citations, and organize a works cited page alphabetically. Additionally, it explains how to save citations for future use and manage them through MyBib, making it a valuable resource for students throughout their academic journey.

Why are in-text citations and a works cited page important in a research paper?

• They are required for all types of writing.

• They help avoid plagiarism and give credit to sources.

• They make the paper look longer.

• They are only needed for online publications.

What was missing from the student paper about Gandhi?

• A title page

• In-text citations and a complete works cited page

• An introduction

• A conclusion

Where can you find the MyBib extension?

• Chrome Web Store

• Apple App Store

• Microsoft Store

• Amazon

What is the first step to create an in-text citation using MyBib?

• Use a different browser

• Download a citation template

• Copy the quote from the source

• Write the citation manually

What should you ensure when formatting in-text citations?

• Use bold text for citations

• Place the period after the citation

• Use a comma before the citation

• Include the author's full name

How should sources be listed on a works cited page?

• In the order they were used

• By the length of the source

• Alphabetically by the first word

• By the date of publication

What feature does MyBib offer for managing citations?

• It creates a video summary of your sources.

• It allows you to print citations directly.

• It saves citations to a project connected to your Google account.

• It automatically emails citations to your professor.

What can MyBib help you create citations for?

• Only historical documents

• Only online sources

• Interviews and other non-traditional sources

• Only books and articles