Academic Writing

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How to Build a Reference List from Scratch

Step-by-step guide to building a bibliography from scratch: collecting sources, recording metadata, and formatting your reference list.

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How to Cite Secondary Sources (As Cited In)

Secondary source citations explained: when to use 'as cited in' and how to format them in APA, MLA, and Chicago.

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How to Handle Citations in Grad School Application Materials

When and how to cite sources in personal statements, writing samples, and research proposals for graduate school.

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Citation Tips for Research Proposals That Build Credibility

How to handle citations in research proposals, including source counts, citing your own work, and building credibility.

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Set Up a Citation Workflow for Summer Research

A practical guide to organizing references from day one of your REU, lab position, or independent research project.

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10 Common Citation Mistakes and How to Fix Them

Avoid the most frequent citation errors students make, from missing DOIs to incorrect et al. usage.

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How to Organize References for a Literature Review

Practical strategies for collecting, organizing, and citing sources in your literature review.

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How to Write an Annotated Bibliography

Step-by-step instructions for writing annotated bibliographies in APA and MLA, with real examples.

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How to Paraphrase Without Plagiarizing

Paraphrase correctly without plagiarizing: a 5-step method with APA, MLA, and Chicago citation examples.

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Last-Minute Thesis Bibliography Checklist

A practical checklist to format and verify your thesis bibliography before the submission deadline.

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