Quiz 3 APA Personal Communication and Author Date Citation Youtube version

Summary

The lecture focuses on the proper use of in-text citations, specifically personal communications, according to APA guidelines. Personal communications can only be cited from the instructor, classmates, or guest speakers and should not be included in the reference list. Students must ensure that any shared knowledge, especially Indigenous traditions, is appropriate for publication and non-sacred. The importance of matching in-text citations with corresponding reference list entries is emphasized, along with maintaining research ethics. Overall, the session guides students in effectively integrating citations into their academic writing while respecting cultural sensitivities.

Takeaways

• 😀 Personal communications are citations of information that cannot be recovered by readers, such as in-class discussions.
• 😀 The only personal communications allowed in essays are those from the instructor, classmates, or guest speakers.
• 😀 For citing personal communications, include the person's name, the phrase 'personal communication,' and the date of the communication.
• 😀 Personal communications should not be included in the reference list as they are not recoverable.
• 😀 When discussing Indigenous knowledge, always seek a recoverable source and avoid sharing sacred or ceremonial stories in academic writing.
• 😀 Provide full names, nations, and relevant background information when citing individuals in your essay.
• 😀 Ensure that all in-text citations correspond to an entry on the reference page, with accurate author names and dates.
• 😀 Maintain consistency in citation formats; if a fact is cited, the source must be verifiable on the reference page.
• 😀 Indigenous students sharing personal stories should identify themselves and their community but should not cite their own experiences as personal communication.
• 😀 Academic writing requires proof of sources, and students should verify their citations to avoid discrepancies between in-text citations and the reference list.

Q & A

What are personal communications in the context of APA citations?

Personal communications refer to works that cannot be recovered by the reader, meaning there is no way for them to verify the information. Examples include comments made by classmates or guest speakers in class.

What types of personal communications are allowed for citations in this course?

In this course, only comments made by the instructor, classmates, or guest lecturers during class are acceptable as personal communications. Other sources like YouTube videos or private conversations with family are not allowed.

How should personal communications be cited in an essay?

Personal communications should be cited in the text only and not included in the reference list. The format includes the speaker's name, the phrase 'personal communication,' and the date of the communication.

Why is it important to use recoverable sources instead of personal communications?

Recoverable sources provide verifiable information that allows the reader to check the accuracy of the claims made in the essay, whereas personal communications cannot be accessed by anyone outside the class.

What should you do if you want to include traditional knowledge or oral traditions from Indigenous peoples?

If traditional knowledge or oral traditions can be found in a recoverable source, you should cite that source. Personal stories or teachings from family or friends are not suitable for citation in this academic context.

What is the significance of capitalizing terms related to Indigenous culture in the essay?

Capitalizing terms such as 'Creator,' 'Elder,' and 'Vision Quest' reflects respect for Indigenous cultures and acknowledges their importance within the context of the essay.

How should Indigenous students approach citing their own experiences in their essays?

Indigenous students can share their experiences without citing them as personal communications, as long as the information shared is not sacred or ceremonial. They should position themselves by stating their nation, clan, and community.

What must correspond between in-text citations and the reference list in an essay?

Every in-text citation must correspond to a single entry in the reference list. If a citation is made, it should appear on the reference page, and vice versa.

What should a student do if they use multiple works by the same author from the same year?

If citing multiple works by the same author published in the same year, they must differentiate these citations by adding lowercase letters (e.g., 2018a, 2018b) after the year to avoid ambiguity.

What is the main focus of the session discussed in the transcript?

The session focuses on understanding how to appropriately cite personal communications, use recoverable sources, capitalize terms related to Indigenous knowledge, and adhere to the author-date citation system in APA style.