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Academic Writing Documentation Styles

Trevecca has three primary documentation styles students can apply when writing academic research papers. They are the APA, Chicago, and MLA styles. Each documentation style has its own information page linked to the Citation Tools research guide, which includes accompanying video tutorials and web resources. Click the titles below to link to the related content. 

What is a citation?

Citations are the bibliographic information within a database or other indexes. A group of citations makes up your References or Works Cited lists. Below is diagrammed citation taken from ProQuest Central. The elements you see here are common elements found in every database. 


 

Citation & Writing Help Options

The TNU Writing Center - on Trevecca SharePoint

For Undergraduate Students

Provides undergraduate students with help on correct citation formatting and any aspect of their writing, from specific assignments to general writing skills.  Choose the type of tutoring service you need to request an appointment - Click now to open the URL to make a request.

For Non-Traditional/Graduate (GRAE) Student Writing Services

Although the focus of the programs provided by the Academic Services office is on traditional undergraduate students, services provided through the Writing Center are available to all students [traditional undergraduates as well as graduate and adult education (GRAE) students].  Click now to open the URL for how to request these services.   

Tutor.com 

Tutor.com provides online 24/7, on-demand, 1-to-1 tutoring and homework help in more than 250 subjects. No matter where you are in the writing process, our rigorously vetted, expert writing tutors can provide the support you need whenever you need it. Upload Your Writing Files and Receive Feedback within a Day. Get expert feedback on elements such as grammar, punctuation, structure, flow, theme development, and citations. The expert tutors at Tutor.com can help you work through a tough homework problem, improve your writing skills, study for a test, review a difficult concept, and so much more!

To access Tutor.com, visit https://trevecca.insructure.com. Use your Trevecca login to access Canvas. Tutor.com is located within your course on the left-hand menu under "Tutor.com."


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