When you use another author's words or ideas then you should acknowledge the source of the information, this is known as referencing.
There are many styles and you should always check with your lecturer for the correct style preferred for each particular unit.
APA 6th referencing guide: all first year core units.
All other units to check with lecturer
Style manual for authors, editors and printers, 6th edn. Revised by Snooks & Co. Milton, Qld: John Wiley & Sons, 2002.
(Library call number: 808.027 STYL)
Check out our site on how to conduct a literature review explains the research process and provides links to internet resources
Writing an Annotated Bibliography download the guide prepared by SCU Centre for Teaching and Learning
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