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Cite It Right

Cite It Right. Writing Center: Jennifer-Beech@utc.edu Reference Librarian: Priscilla-Seaman@utc.edu. Workshop Outline. Basic citation workshop Not just how but why In-text citation Bibliography/Works Cited/References Example: Researching Lasik surgery

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Cite It Right

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  1. Cite It Right Writing Center: Jennifer-Beech@utc.edu Reference Librarian: Priscilla-Seaman@utc.edu

  2. Workshop Outline • Basic citation workshop • Not just how but why • In-text citation • Bibliography/Works Cited/References • Example: Researching Lasik surgery • Question: What makes you nervous about citations?

  3. Using Credible Sources Jennifer’s four questionable sources: Gould, Peter J. New Frontiers in Eye Surgery. New York: New World, 1999. Print. Meredith. “Lasik for Dummies.” Mere’s Lair. 14 Nov. 2011. Web. 27 Oct. 2013. “What is Bladeless LASIK?”LASIK.COM. 24 July 2013. Web. 27 Oct. 2013. “4 Experts Give Advice on Laser Eye Surgery.” Reader’s Digest. June/July 2011. Web. 27 Oct. 2013. Priscilla’s four credible sources: "Are You Losing Sight of Lasik? As a Flat-Lining Economy Struggles to Rebound, O.D.S Give Lasik Mixed Reviews as a Means to Boost the Bottom Line.(18th Annual Refractive Surgery Report)(Laser-Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis)." Review of Optometry 149.11 (2012). Print. Bookman, MilicaZarkovic Bookman Karla R. Medical Tourism in Developing Countries. New York: Palgrave MacMillan, 2007. Print. Groves, Nancy. "All-Laser Lasik Proves Worth: 'Excelent' Stability: Large, Single-Center Study Provides Visual Results of 14,126 Eyes with Ilasik.(Special Section: Refractive Surgery)." Ophthalmology Times 37.3 (2012). Print. Javadi Ma, Feizi S. Malekifar P. "Intraocular Lens Power Calculation after Corneal Refractive Surgery." Journal of ophthalmic & vision research 7.1 (2012): 10-6. Print.

  4. In-text Citations • Build paper around subtopics • Single paragraph might cite 2-3 sources, paraphrase, or quote. • Making connections between/among sources • Where does your writer’s voice end and your sources’ words and ideas come through • Sample paragraph w/ poorly cited sources • Sample paragraph w/ well-integrated sources

  5. Building Your Bibliography Page • Style Manuals • Bedford Handbook • MyEndNoteWeb.com (via UTC) • Free Online Bibliography Builders • Important Points: • Provide a clear link back to original source • Consistency in style • Double-check citations

  6. Questions? Resources Writing Center Holt Hall 119 (423) 425-1774 Hours: M-T 9a-6p W-Th 9a-7p F 9a-3p Library (423) 425-4510 Hours: M-Th 7:45a-12a F 7:45a-5p Sat: 1p-5p Sun: 2p-12a IM: utcref Email: librarian@utc.edu One-on-one research consultations www.lib.utc.edu

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