Essential Information:
* Author(s): Last name, first name (if multiple authors, list them in the order they appear in the source).
* Title: Include the full title of the book, article, website, etc.
* Publication Information:
* Book: Publisher, year of publication.
* Article: Journal title, volume number, issue number (if applicable), pages, year of publication.
* Website: URL (website address), date you accessed the information (if applicable).
* Other Important Information:
* Edition (if not the first): E.g., "2nd ed."
* Specific Location (for books/articles): Chapter, section, etc.
Example Source Card:
Author: Smith, John
Title: The History of the American Revolution
Publication Information: New York: Penguin Books, 2018.
Other Information: 3rd ed.
Why Source Cards are Important:
* Organization: Source cards keep your research organized, allowing you to easily locate information later.
* Accuracy: Having all the necessary details on each card makes compiling your bibliography accurate and efficient.
* Consistency: Source cards ensure a consistent format throughout your bibliography.
Tips:
* Use index cards or a digital note-taking app for your source cards.
* Be consistent with the format you choose for each card.
* Consider adding a brief note about the source's relevance to your research.
Let me know if you need more specific guidance for a particular type of source.