Check Generated Citations
Using Microsoft Office Word or citation generators in databases to create your work cited page or bibliography is a good start, BUT it is not always perfect. Check it against the style guides on this page.
For example: in MLA format Word 2007 leaves off the medium of publication section.
MLA Style
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MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers by Call Number: Ref LB2369 .G53 2009 Peoria Campus StacksISBN: 9781603290241Publication Date: 2009-01-01
Check out the online MLA citation and writing style guideline from OWL at Purdue University.
MLA Paper Example
You can view this MLA example with recommendations on the Purdue OWL website by clicking the link above.
MLA Paper Example
You can view this MLA example with recommendations on the Purdue OWL website by clicking the link above.
NoodleTools
NoodleTools (formally NoodleBibs) is a web-based tool to help you form bibliographic citations in different styles, including MLA and APA. You will need to create a free NoodleTools account using your Illinois Central College e-mail address to get started.
Need help with using NoodleTools?
Please contact the library reference desk at either (309) 694-5461 or (309) 690-6837, or visit http://libguides.icc.edu/techtues/noodletools.
APA Style
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Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association by Call Number: Ref BF76.7 P83 2010 East Peoria ReferenceISBN: 9781433832154Publication Date: 2019-10-01
The APA style website is very helpful in explaining their citation format. Visit: http://www.apastyle.org/index.aspx
Watch this tutorial on APA Style.
APA Style Examples
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APA Lite Handook with ExamplesAPA Lite uses recommendations from the 6th edition APA manual. Please reference APA Style or Purdue OWL for the most updated guidelines from the 7th edition APA manual.
APA Style Examples
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APA Lite Handook with ExamplesAPA Lite uses recommendations from the 6th edition APA manual. Please reference APA Style or Purdue OWL for the most updated guidelines from the 7th edition APA manual.
