In-Text Citation (Paraphrase) - entry that appears in the body of your paper when you express the ideas of a researcher or author using your own words. For more tips on paraphrasing check out The OWL at Purdue.
In-Text Citation (Quotation) - entry that appears in the body of your paper after a direct quote.
References - entry that appears at the end of your paper.
Note: For a work with three or more authors, include the name of only the first author plus "et al." in every citation, including the first citation, unless doing so would create ambiguity.
In-text citation (Paraphrase)
(Greig et al., 2013)
In-text citation (Quotation)
(Greig et al., 2013, p. 57)
Reference List
Provide surnames and initials for up to and including 20 authors. When there are two to 20 authors, use an ampersand before the final author’s
name: Author, A. A., Author, B. B., & Author, C. C.
When there are 21 or more authors, include the first 19 authors’ names, insert an ellipsis (but no ampersand), and then add the final author’s name.
Greig, A., Taylor, J., & MacKay, T. (2013). Doing research with children: A practical
guide. Sage.
Format:
Author Surname, Initial(s)., Author Surname, Initial(s)., & Author Surname, Initial(s).
(Year). Book title: Subtitle. Publisher.
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Open Access Databases are labelled with OA and highlighted in green. These can still be accessed. See our databases page for a full listing. Link: Databases in Waterford - SETU Libraries
OpenAlex is a free, open-source index of scholarly research that offers an extensive collection of academic materials, including research articles, books, conference papers, and datasets. It’s an accessible alternative for students who may have trouble accessing subscription-based search tools like EBSCO Discovery Service.
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OpenAlex serves as a valuable tool for exploring academic literature, understanding research trends, and accessing a wealth of scholarly information without the need for institutional logins or subscriptions.
The Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ) is a comprehensive, community-curated index of open access scholarly journals. It serves as a valuable resource for students and researchers seeking freely accessible academic content across various disciplines.
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For students who may encounter access issues with subscription-based databases, DOAJ offers a reliable and comprehensive alternative for discovering high-quality, peer-reviewed open access journals and articles.
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