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FIBR 221 - History of Textiles: Writing and Citing

Citation Resources

Citing the sources you use for your research paper is important for several reasons:

  • It helps you avoid plagiarism. Plagiarism is the use of work by another person without clear acknowledgment. It is a form of academic dishonesty and a violation of SCAD's rules of academic integrity. Properly attributing and documenting your sources will help you avoid inadvertently taking credit for another person's ideas.
  • It allows others to find your research sources.
  • It provides evidence to support your ideas and adds credibility to your work by showing that you have consulted reliable sources.

Should I cite images?

Yes! In addition to citing written sources (like articles and books), it's good practice to cite image sources as well.

How do I cite images?

The handout below, developed by the Writers' Studio, provides guidelines for image citation that are widely accepted at SCAD. The style manuals for APA, MLA, Chicago and Turabian styles can also be consulted regarding image citation.

Use these additional resources to help you organize your sources and guide you through the writing and citing process.

SCAD Writers' Studio

 

 

The SCAD Writers' Studio offers assistance with all aspects of the writing process.

To find Writers' Studio resource, visit Blackboard> Academic Resources> Writers' Studio

Additional Research Help

MLA

Subjects: Fibers