A Harvard Referencing Generator is a tool that automatically generates formatted academic references in the Harvard style.
It takes in relevant details about a source -- usually critical information like author names, article titles, publish dates, and URLs -- and adds the correct punctuation and formatting required by the Harvard referencing style.
The generated references can be copied into a reference list or bibliography, and then collectively appended to the end of an academic assignment. This is the standard way to give credit to sources used in the main body of an assignment
It is important to know the difference between copyright infringement and plagiarism and where they overlap.
The following sites explain the distinction:
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The Difference Between Copyright Infringement and Plagiarism - Plagiarism Today
Zotero is a free and open-source reference management tool particularly useful because it retains the integrity of mathematical formulae. It is an easy-to-use Mozilla Firefox Internet browser extension that helps in the collection, management and citation of research sources. It provides users with automated access to bibliographic information for resources viewed online
Using information ethically for written assignments and research is extremely important. The ethical use of information does not only reflect a person's integrity, but it is also mandated by law.
Unethical use of information is referred to as "plagiarism" and may be prevented by citing sources.
This section is not an extensive look into all areas of the ethical use of information, but will provide an overview and help ensure that written assignments and research conform to the current standards of using information ethically.
EndNote gives you the tools to search, organise and share your research on the Windows and Mac operating systems. This reference management tool offers basic functionality for free and you may upgrade to a paid subscription if you wish.
