QUOTATIONS AND REFERENCING IN ACADEMIC WRITING
Keywords:
Quotations, referencing, academic writing, citation, plagiarism, academic honestyAbstract
Quotations and referencing are essential elements of academic writing because they help students support their ideas and avoid plagiarism. Using quotations correctly allows writers to include the exact words of an author when the wording is important, while referencing shows where the information comes from. This paper explains the meaning, purpose, and importance of quotations and referencing, as well as common techniques students use to apply them effectively.
References
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3. Purdue OWL. (2021). Quoting, Paraphrasing, and Summarizing Guidelines.
4. Pears, R., & Shields, G. (2019). Cite Them Right: The Essential Referencing Guide.

