Zotero is a free tool for managing your references, and creating citations and bibliographies in Microsoft Word or Google Docs. It involves two components: the Zotero program itself, and a browser "connector" for adding items to your Zotero library.
For more information, see our Zotero 101 guide.
This online resource is a great starting point for how to cite sources in the most commonly used styles.
Always consult with your professor to determine which style you should use for any paper or project. For citation help, ask for assistance at the library reference desk or the Meredith College Learning Center.
APA Style involves parenthetical citations within the paper, plus a reference list at the end of the paper.
Many research databases such as EBSCO and ProQuest offer "cite this item" features, which generate citations in the most popular styles (MLA, APA, etc.) for any source that you find. You can then copy-paste these directly into your papers.
WARNING: Be sure to double-check these citations against the rules for proper style, since they are NOT always accurate.
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