There are a few different referencing systems used at Pymble. Each systems have a particular format for creating a bibliography. For Sokratis, it doesn't matter which one you choose, as long as you're consistent. There are two main styles you'll come across in your time at Pymble, so we recommend choosing one of those.
All subjects in years 7 - 10 will require students to use the APA7 referencing system. This system uses in-text referencing, as well as creating a bibliography.
Some senior subjects, including History, use Chicago 17. This system uses footnote referencing, as well as creating a bibliography.
It is encouraged that students use Zotero in to help them manage their sources and create correct citations and bibliographies. It's important to check that all source information has come across correctly when using an automated referencing tool.
What is referencing?
Referencing is a standardised method of acknowledging sources of information and ideas that you have used in your assignments or research, in a way that uniquely identifies the source. It is not only necessary for avoiding plagiarism, but also for supporting your ideas and arguments.
References must be provided wherever you quote (se exact words), paraphrase (use other people's ideas expressed in your own words), summarise (use main points of someone else's opinions, theories or data) or use other people's data. Your references may be sources of information such as books, periodicals, web sites, newspapers, government reports, legal cases, electronic recording (CD, DVD, television) or brochures.
About Chicago Style
There are two parts to Chicago referencing:
Chicago style is an "author-date" style.
