Citation 101
Citing sources doesn't have to be a difficult process. See our guide for the most popular citation styles, with explanations and examples.
Save time by using citation managers, which help you gather citations as you conduct your research, and generate a bibliography using your chosen citation style when you finish your project. Click below to learn more about these popular citation managers supported by Duke:
Why Cite?
Citing your sources is an important part of your research process because it enables you to:
- Give credit to the sources you consulted
- Substantiate the credibility of your research
- Connect your work to that of other scholars
- Provide your reader with sources for further exploration of the topic
Be a responsible researcher and avoid plagiarism by scrupulously following these rules:
- Don't copy, quote, paraphrase or summarize any source without adequate documentation.
- Don't purchase a paper by mail or email.
- Never allow another person to write a paper for you.
- Don't submit another person's unpublished work in your name.
Learn even more about citations by consulting our citation guide!