Library Guides: COMST 2030: Introduction to Communication Research Methods: Citing Your Sources

APA Citation Style

To avoid being accused of plagiarism
Helps others interested in your topic to find out where the information came from so they can read more about it
Shows that you have done your research by bringing in a variety of other viewpoints
Serves as acknowledgement of works by other scholars
Adds credibility to your work and shows where your work fits in the larger context

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