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Why We Cite Sources. Citing is a means to converse in the academic community. Why Cite. Writing is a conversation Writing a persuasive paper is a part of an academic conversation To help your readers join in, you need to explain how your writing fits into this conversation
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Why We Cite Sources Citing is a means to converse in the academic community
Why Cite • Writing is a conversation • Writing a persuasive paper is a part of an academic conversation • To help your readers join in, you need to explain how your writing fits into this conversation • You do this through citing sources that are credible and have already participated in this conversation
For a source to be credible… • Claims should be up to date • Claims should be based in fact • Not exaggerated • Relate directly to your argument
When including research • Choose sources carefully • Make sure they are reliable • In the online community, .edu, .org, and .gov websites are preferred
Good research … • Writing provokes research • Stimulates the readers mind • Helps them “continue” the conversation
Citing respects the source • Thanks the original writer • Respects the honor code against plagiarism