This document discusses citation styles and how to properly cite sources. It covers the different styles like APA, MLA, and Chicago and what they are used for. APA style is commonly used in the social sciences. The document outlines how to cite different types of sources like books, periodicals, websites, and databases. It provides examples of in-text citations and reference list entries in APA style. Shortcuts for citations like online services like RefWorks and Zotero are also mentioned. Proper capitalization and including all necessary information is important for accurate citations.