The document discusses the importance and techniques of citation in research, highlighting its role in academic integrity, avoiding plagiarism, and providing evidence. It covers various citation styles, how to accurately cite different sources, and the consequences of plagiarism, alongside tips for effective citation practices. The document also touches on future trends and challenges in citation practices.

1. Title:
"Citation in Research"
Subtitle:
Understanding the Importance and
Techniques
Dr. Vijaykumar Shrikrushna Chowbe
Professor & Head, Department of Law,
Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University, Amravati – 444602
E-mail : vijuchowbe@gmail.com Cell : 9422157157

2. Pre-requisite of better
and effective citation
 Proper understanding, meaning and purpose
of research.
 Stages/Steps in research.
 Understanding of subject.
 Through ‘review of literature’.
 Better ability of narrating, describing the
things. Comprehensive reading.
 Notes, record keeping.

3. “Introduction"
 Brief overview of the importance of citations
in research;
 Why proper citation is crucial for academic
and scholarly work.

4. What is Citation?
 Definition of citation
 Purpose
 Giving credit;
 Providing evidence;
 Locating ‘information’.
 Avoiding plagiarism.

5. Components of citation
 Breakdown of a typical citation:
 Author;
 Title;
 Publication;
 Date, year, vol. edition;
 Source; etc.
 Explanation of different citation
styles (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.)

6. Importance of
Citation
 Academic integrity;
 Building on existing knowledge;
 Providing evidence to support
arguments;
 Research inclusivity;
 Avoiding plagiarism and
acknowledging sources.

7. Different Citation styles
 Brief overview of major citation styles
 When to use each style (e.g., APA for social sciences, MLA for
humanities)

8. How to Cite Books, Journals, websites
 Specifics of citing books;
 Author, title, publication date, publisher, page numbers.
 Specifics of citing journal articles
 Author, article title, journal name, volume, page
numbers.
 Specifics of citing websites
 Author (if available), title of the page, website name,
URL, access date

9. Plagiarism and Consequences
 Definition and types of plagiarism -
 Consequences of plagiarism in academic and professional settings.
 Meaning and definition
 UGC -"Plagiarism" means an act of academic dishonesty and a breach of ethics. It
involves. using someone else's work as one's own.
 UGC (Promotion of Academic Integrity and Prevention of Plagiarism in Higher
Educational Institutions) Regulations, 2018. s. 2(m)

10. Tips for effective Citation
 Keep track of sources from the beginning
 Use citation management tools (EndNote, Zotero, etc.)
 Understand the specific requirements of the chosen citation style

11. Examples of In-Text Citations
 Examples for different types of sources (books,
articles, websites)

12. Conclusion
 What we understand? Recap
 What adherence to the proper citation is essential in
research?
 How examiners looked at citation of the research
paper/thesis/dissertation/article?
 How the quality can be evaluated?

13. Q & A
 Any doubt? Please

14. References, if any?

15. Case Study
 Present a case study illustrating a successful IPR commercialization involving
legal intervention
 Present a case study illustrating challenges faced in commercializing IPR and
the lawyer's role in overcoming them

16. Future Outlook
 Emerging trends in citation;
 Predictive strategies for Researcher;
 Future challenges and opportunities.

17. Any Question? Quarries?

18. Thanks