Below are some resources created or recommended by MacEwan Library to help you with citing sources and formatting your assignments. Be sure to check with your instructor to find out which citation style you should use.
APA Style (American Psychological Association)
- MacEwan Guide to APA 7th Edition: includes formatting and citing how-to's, as well as an example APA student paper.
- Video: Using the APA Guide Found on the Library Website (MacEwan Library)
- APA Style Quick Guide Handout - 7th Edition [PDF]: includes APA 7th Ed. formatting and citation basics.
- APA Style Blog: The official companion blog to the APA 7th Ed. Manual; provides answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about citing sources and formatting your work.
MLA Style (Modern Languages Association)
- MacEwan Guide to MLA 9th Edition: includes examples of in-text and works cited list formatting examples as well as formatting guidelines.
- MLA Handbook Plus - 9th Edition: The official online version of the MLA Handbook, 9th Ed.
- Ask the MLA: Search the MLA's database of Frequently Asked Questions about MLA Style, 9th Edition.
- MacEwan MLA Style Guide Handout - 8th Edition [PDF]: includes MLA 8th Ed. formatting and citation basics.
Chicago Style
At MacEwan, Chicago Notes-Bibliography Style is typically used in Humanities classes (e.g. Classics, History, Philosophy) while Author-Date Style is used in Music. Be sure to verify with your instructor which style to use.
- Chicago Notes-Bibliography Documentation Style Handout - 18th Ed. [PDF]
- Chicago Author-Date Documentation Style Handout - 18th Ed. [PDF]
See also: Chicago Manual of Style Online – Questions and Answers to search Frequently Asked Questions about Chicago Style, 17th Editon.
ASA Style (American Sociological Association)
- MacEwan Guide to ASA 6th Ed: includes in-text and reference list format examples, as well as information about formatting your assignment in ASA Style.
Additional Resources
Generative AI Tools (ChatGPT, DALLE, etc.)
Refer to your course outline or syllabus and talk to your instructor regarding expectations surrounding generative AI use and attribution. When using generative AI, transparency through proper acknowledgment is always recommended. See: Principles for Ethical Use of Generative AI at MacEwan University.
Below are links to current Style Guide information for citing/attribution. Please note these initial guidelines may change.
- APA ChatGPT
- MLA Generative AI, such as ChatGPT, DALLE, etc.
- Chicago ChatGPT
- Chicago DALLE
For additional information regarding generative AI and resources to assist you with your critical and ethical decision-making surrounding use, visit the Library's Artificial Intelligence Student Guide.
Find a DOI
Not sure if a source has a digital object identifier (DOI)? Use CrossRef’s DOI Lookup tool to check for a DOI. Note that older sources and non-electronic sources do not typically have DOIs.
Reference Managers
Reference managers are applications that help you manage references and generate citations and bibliographies. Options include:
* The MacEwan Library offers support and training materials for using Zotero.
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