Summary of "[M2U2] Mecanismos de citación"
Summary of "[M2U2] Mecanismos de citación"
This video explains the importance and methodology of citation mechanisms in academic writing, emphasizing ethical, legal, and scholarly reasons for properly citing sources. It guides viewers through the concept of plagiarism, how to avoid it, and the technical aspects of making citations and references according to established standards.
Main Ideas and Concepts
- Importance of Citation in Academic Writing:
- Respect for copyright and intellectual property.
- Enhances the reliability, validity, and solidity of academic work.
- Demonstrates how knowledge is built upon previous research.
- Allows readers to consult original sources for further information.
- Prevents plagiarism, which is the unauthorized use of others’ ideas without proper attribution.
- Understanding Plagiarism:
- Defined as presenting others’ ideas as one’s own without credit.
- Can be voluntary (intentional) or involuntary (due to ignorance of rules).
- Common plagiarism scenarios:
- Copying text fully or partially without attribution.
- Using others’ exact words without quotation marks.
- Paraphrasing too closely to the original text.
- Using multiple ideas from a source without referencing.
- Universities impose sanctions for plagiarism depending on its severity.
- Suggestions to Avoid Plagiarism:
- Organize your reading and note-taking process; record full source details.
- Use citation and referencing mechanisms properly.
- Employ anti-plagiarism software to check text originality.
- Citation Mechanisms Explained:
- A citation consists of two parts:
- The idea taken from another author.
- A brief mention of the author/source within the text.
- Citations appear inside paragraphs and must be accompanied by a full reference listing at the end or in footnotes, depending on the citation style.
- Example of APA reference elements:
- Author’s last name and initials.
- Year of publication.
- Title of the work.
- Journal name, volume, issue, page numbers.
- URL or DOI for electronic sources.
- A citation consists of two parts:
- When to Cite:
- Cite all ideas taken from other authors, whether quoted directly or paraphrased.
- Do not cite common knowledge or widely known facts.
- Citations should have a clear purpose in the text, such as:
- Supporting arguments.
- Introducing concepts.
- Contrasting or discussing other authors’ ideas.
- Comparing different viewpoints.
- Types of Citations:
- Textual (Direct) citations:
- Short quotations.
- Long quotations.
- Paraphrased (Indirect) citations:
- Rewriting ideas in your own words while citing the source.
- Textual (Direct) citations:
- bibliographic references:
- Must include complete source data.
- Format depends on the type of source and the citation style used.
- Citation styles vary by discipline and must be used consistently without mixing.
- Common Citation Styles:
- APA (American Psychological Association) – widely used in social sciences, humanities, health sciences, and administration.
- Vancouver – used mainly in health sciences.
- IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) – common in engineering.
- Harvard – also used in engineering and other fields.
- Final Recommendations:
- Identify and use the citation style appropriate for your discipline.
- Maintain consistency in citation style throughout your document.
- Ensure every citation in the text corresponds to a reference in the bibliography and vice versa.
- Consult manuals and online resources for detailed formatting rules.
- Ethical and Legal Responsibility:
- Citing is a form of cultural dialogue that enriches academic writing.
- Responsible citation respects authors’ rights and academic integrity.
Detailed Methodology / Instructions to Avoid Plagiarism and Make Citations
- Avoiding Plagiarism:
- Keep organized notes with full bibliographic details.
- Use quotation marks for literal quotes and note the author.
- Paraphrase properly without copying the structure or wording too closely.
- Always provide bibliographic references for ideas taken from others.
- Use anti-plagiarism software to verify originality.
- Making Citations:
- Include the cited idea and the author’s name within the paragraph.
- Follow the citation style rules for in-text citations.
- Provide a full bibliographic reference at the end or in footnotes.
- Choose the citation type (direct or paraphrased) appropriate for the context.
- Ensure citations serve a clear purpose in the argument or discussion.
- Formatting References (APA example):
- Author(s) last name, initials.
- Year of publication in parentheses.
- Title of the article or book.
- Journal name (italicized), volume(issue), page range.
- URL or DOI for online sources.
Speakers / Sources Featured
- The video
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