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OverviewThere are several different style manuals for how to prepare citations in a bibliography. Each academic discipline uses a specific style for preparing citations. This style dictates the elements and their order in a citation as well as the format of the bibliography. If you have a writing assignment, your instructor may specify which style to use. If not, there are certain style manuals commonly used in the various disciplines. Frequently used style manuals are available in the General Reference Area, 2nd Floor:
Keep in mind, information from the Internet should be cited differently from print materials. Earlier editions of style manuals may not include how to cite Internet sources. Be sure the edition you use has specific directions for citing electronic online sources. If you are unsure which style manual you should use, check with your instructor about what style is appropriate for the discipline. Citation Style Guides on the WebBelow are some links to Web sites with guidelines and examples from different style manuals. Print style manuals will provide additional information, so if you have further questions, consult those sources or ask a reference librarian for assistance. APA – American Psychological Association
ASA – American Sociological Association CBE – Council of Biological Editors Chicago Manual of Style MLA – Modern Language Association
Turabian – Kate L. Turabian from the University of Chicago
Multiple Citation Styles or General Style Guides
Citing Government and Legal Information Citing Maps & Atlases Bibliographic Manager Software
Hours URL: http://www.library.okstate.edu/research/style.htm Last Updated: 15 October 2007 |
