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American History: Writing Tips

This guide provides resources on American History, chosen by an OCC Librarian

Writing Aids

Basic Guide to Essay Writing
Online Resources for Writers
from Amherst College
Online Writing Lab: Handouts and Materials for Students and Teachers
from Purdue University
Strunk's Elements of Style
Classic tips on clear and effective writing
University College Writing Workshop: Writing Handouts
from the University of Toronto's Writing Center
University of North Carolina – Writing Center Handouts
Writing an Annotated Bibliography
Writing Tutorial Service Pamphlets
from Indiana University, Bloomington

Citing Sources

How to Cite Sources
Guides for creating citations in MLA, APA, and Chicago/Turabian styles.
Includes OCC examples

Learn About Plagiarism

Understanding Plagiarism at Oakland Communitiy College
A brief guide to understanding and avoiding plagiarism

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