Mohave Community College Libraries

Academic INtegrity - What DOes it Mean?

• Integrity equals HONESTY
• It shows how your work builds on that of others!
• It will lead to better grades for YOU!

What is citation?

• A citation is giving someone else credit for :
• Ideas 
• Expression
• Any other evidence of work completed by another

When do you cite? WHen you....

• Quote 
• Paraphrase

What Do you Cite?

• Sources!
• A source is any place from which you obtain information
• A few examples are...

Books.

Journals.

Video.

Course Lectures.

Conversations. (in-person,phone, email, etc)

And so on...the possibilities are endless!

Where do i cite?

• In your Bibliography
• In the body of your text
• We have resources to help!

Which Style Do I use to Cite?

• There are several ways to cite sources.
• Your professor will generally inform which one is required.
• If you have questions, please ask the library!

But Do I really have to Cite?

Yes!

Citing Makes Your Paper Stronger!

Citing Avoids Plagiarism!

• Plagiarism is the theft of another's words or ideas
• Plagiarism will result in the failing of your assignment 
• It may cause you to fail the course or other penalties

Giving Credit where it's Due!

Citing Improves Your Grade!

If you have questions..

• The library is here to help!
• In person, online, or by phone
• www.mohave.edu/resources/library