Citation & Plagiarism
What is citation?
To cite is to give credit to the source. You write a citation to show where you found the information.
Why do we cite?
We cite information to recognize the creator of a source. It is important to give credit to the hard work that others have done.
How do I write a citation?
Each year, students will learn more details about how to cite information correctly. By the time a student reaches seventh grade, he or she will be prepared to cite information using full MLA format.
Click on your grade level (at right) for citation writing instructions.
What is Plagiarism?
Plagiarism is stealing. If you do not give credit to your sources, you are plagiarizing. Sometimes you also need to get permission from the creator in order to use their work in your project. Ask a librarian to help you.
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MORE ABOUT COPYRIGHT & PLAGIARISM
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What is Copyright?
Copyright is a legal right designed to protect the creator of a work. Only the creator has the right to (1) distribute the work, (2) make copies of the work, (3) display the work, (4) perform the work, and (5) create derivative works based upon the original work.
You own the copyright to any work you create (artwork, writing, video, etc.) unless you were hired to create the work. In that case, your employer may own the copyright.
If you want to use a copyrighted work (that you did not create), you must get permission from the copyright owner. If you are using the work for a school assignment, you must follow Fair Use guidelines. Ask a librarian about these guidelines.