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Module Four: Let’s Cite

This module will help you understand plagiarism and how to avoid it by learning the techniques of citing and referencing the information you use in your assignments correctly using the Harvard style.

 

 

Learning Outcomes:

At the end of this module you will know how to:

    • understand what plagiarism is and the importance of always acknowledging the work and ideas of others
    • quote or paraphrase information in your assignment correctly by citing your sources using the Harvard style
    • develop a reference list and/or bibliography of the sources used in your assignment using the Harvard style

End of unit: Action

Log on to the DCU Library E-Tutorial for Students (LETS) at www.dcu.ie and begin with Module 1.