I can't find the example reference I need. What should I do?
In general, a reference should contain the author's name (Who), date of publication (When), title of the work (What), and data indicating where it can be found (Where). You want your reader to be able to retrieve and use the source, therefore, when in doubt, provide more information rather than less.
What happens if I can't find all the bibliographic information I need?
What is the difference between a reference list and a bibliography?
How many sources should I have in my assignment?
The number of sources you cite in your work will vary, depending on your lecturer and the type of assignment. Aim to use one or two sources for each key point in your assignment.
Can I copy/quote several paragraphs from the internet, place them in quotation marks and reference them in my assignment?
Direct quotations should be limited because numerous or lengthy quotes give the impression that the you are taking a less well-researched approach to presenting the subject topic. Your lecturer is more interested in what you have to say in your own words and whether you understand the topic.
What is a DOI?
The Digital Object Identifier (DOI) is a unique alphanumerical string which provides a permanent unique link directly to an item on the internet.
When a DOI is used, no further retrieval information is needed to identify or locate the content. Where available, the DOI should be included as a hyperlink in your reference list.
Not all online items have a DOI. If a DOI is not available, the URL must be used instead.