Citations
The Library provides detailed citation guidance in the “Cite It Right!” guide.
Most of Oakton’s databases include citation generating tools. When you get an article in a database, you can usually find and copy the citation in your required style directly into your Works Cited (MLA), References (APA), or Noodle Tools (discussed below in the Copying & Pasting Citations video).
Oakton subscribes to citation management software called NoodleTools. You can register and create a personal account, allowing you to save your sources and export your sources to Word or Google Docs in the proper format. The brief videos below explain how to use NoodleTools.
Quick APA style tips
- APA Style Works Cited Basic RulesThis page gives basic guidelines for formatting the reference list at the end of a standard APA research paper.
- APA Style in-text citationsLearn how to cite sources in the body of your paper.
- APA Sample PaperLearn better by viewing examples? If so, this is a good option for you!
NoodleTools citation manager
NoodleTools is a full featured citation manager that will help you format and save your citations online.
- When you connect to Noodletools with the link provided below, you will be prompted for your Oakton username and password (same as used for D2L and MyOakton).
- Your next step depends on whether you are a returning user or a new user:
Returning user: If you have already registered a Personal ID and Password for NoodleTools, you can Sign In.
New user: If you are a new NoodleTools user, select the "Don't have an account? Register" button.
- NoodleTools This link opens in a new window