How to reference sources

Are you worried about plagiarism? You're not alone! Many students feel overwhelmed by the fear of accidentally committing plagiarism and facing serious consequences. But don't let that fear paralyze you. Avoiding plagiarism is achievable with the right knowledge and techniques. This course focuses on mastering the essential skill of referencing sources.

Hi, I'm Wendy, an experienced academic writing consultant, author, copyeditor, and proofreader. With experience writing research reports, master's dissertations, and PhD theses, and having conducted numerous academic writing workshops, I've helped thousands of students at all levels.

This course is designed for anyone looking to improve their academic writing:

• Undergraduate students aiming to boost their grades.
• College and university students striving for excellence in essays and assignments.
• Teachers seeking a refresher on best practices.
• Academic scholars looking to enhance the quality of their research writing.

Through clear, step-by-step instructions, you'll learn how to properly reference sources and effectively avoid plagiarism. We'll cover both Harvard referencing and APA referencing styles, with detailed guidance on styling your in-text citations and creating accurate reference list entries.

To solidify your understanding, you'll complete a class project: creating in-text citations and a comprehensive list of references using a variety of provided sources. You'll also have the option to share your work and receive personalized feedback.

Let's demystify academic referencing and empower you to confidently avoid plagiarism. Click to start learning how to master citation styles and elevate your academic work!