Citation Quick Reference Guide

A full citation that provides complete details of a source, typically included in a reference list or bibliography at the end of a paper.  

A published work of significant length and depth, typically providing comprehensive information on a subject. 

A section or part of a larger book, written by an individual author (or authors) but part into a collection edited by others. 

A digital version of a printed book, or a work published exclusively online but that could be printed into a book, accessible on electronic devices such as computers, tablets, or e-readers. 

A brief citation within the body of a text that references a source, usually including the author and year of publication. The in-text citation should allow the reader to find the full citation for that piece of information in the bibliography or reference list.  

A scholarly article usually published in a peer-reviewed academic journal, often reporting original research or reviews of a field. Peer-reviewed journals require authors to submit work to a blind review panel of their peers, so that their work can be judged not just for it’s written characteristics like in traditionally editing, but for the accuracy of it’s content.  

An article published in a periodical magazine, typically offering general interest content rather than scholarly research. Magazines are usually published weekly, monthly, or biweekly.  

A written piece published in a daily or weekly newspaper, often reporting news, opinions, or events. 

A brief annotation or comment, used in referencing systems, like footnotes or endnotes, to provide additional information. 

A concise form of a note, used for citations after the full citation has been provided earlier in the text. 

A single document on the internet that can be accessed via a web browser, typically containing text, images, and links.