Understanding the Basics
A bibliography lists all the sources you used in your work. It's essential for credibility, allowing readers to verify your information and explore further.
MLA Format (Modern Language Association)
* Basic Structure:
* Author's Last Name, First Name. "Article Title." *Newspaper Title*, Day Month Year, Section/Page Numbers.
* Example:
* Smith, John. "Local Business Booms Amidst Economic Downturn." *The New York Times*, 15 July 2023, A1.
* Notes:
* If no author is listed, use the newspaper title instead.
* Use italics for the newspaper title.
* Include the day, month, and year of publication.
* If available, provide the section and page numbers.
APA Format (American Psychological Association)
* Basic Structure:
* Author's Last Name, First Initial. (Year, Month Day). Article Title. *Newspaper Title*, Page Numbers.
* Example:
* Smith, J. (2023, July 15). Local business booms amidst economic downturn. *The New York Times*, pp. A1.
* Notes:
* Use parentheses for the publication date.
* Use a comma to separate the year, month, and day.
* Use "pp." before the page numbers.
Chicago Format (Chicago Manual of Style)
* Basic Structure:
* Author's Last Name, First Name. "Article Title." *Newspaper Title*, Day Month Year, Section/Page Numbers.
* Example:
* Smith, John. "Local Business Booms Amidst Economic Downturn." *The New York Times*, July 15, 2023, A1.
* Notes:
* Very similar to MLA format.
Additional Tips:
* Online Newspapers: Include the URL and date accessed if the article is online.
* Consistency: Use one citation format throughout your bibliography.
* Accuracy: Double-check all details for accuracy.
Remember:
* Different academic disciplines and institutions might have specific requirements for citations. Always consult your instructor's guidelines or the relevant style manual.
* Online citation generators like EasyBib, Citation Machine, and Zotero can be helpful tools.