SSRM.SS.2.L

Develop a bibliography in a format appropriate to the social sciences such as Modern Language Association Style Manual (MLA) and Chicago Manual of Style (CMS) to document sources and format written materials.

Social Studies Research Methods · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010

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Vocabulary
bibliographyformatsocial sciencesModern Language Association Style ManualMLAChicago Manual of StyleCMSsourceswritten materialsdocumentation
Skills
  • develop (a bibliography in a specified format) #dok2
  • format (written materials according to social science standards) #dok2
  • document (sources using MLA and CMS styles) #dok2
  • differentiate (between social science citation formats) #dok2
  • apply (appropriate style guidelines to source attribution) #dok2
Learning Targets
  • I can identify the requirements of MLA and CMS bibliography formatting. #dok1
  • I can locate where to credit sources in written social science materials. #dok1
  • I can develop a bibliography for a research project in MLA or CMS format. #dok2
  • I can document sources using the correct social science citation style. #dok2
  • I can format written materials according to MLA and CMS guidelines. #dok2
  • I can differentiate between MLA and CMS citation conventions for bibliographies. #dok2
Big Ideas
  • Proper citation and bibliographic formatting are essential for academic integrity in social science research.
  • Using established styles like MLA and CMS helps ensure clear, consistent documentation of sources.
Essential Questions
  • Why is it important to use standardized formats such as MLA or CMS for bibliographies in social science research?
  • How do MLA and CMS styles differ in documenting sources and formatting written materials?
  • What are the consequences of improper source documentation in academic research?
  • How does clear source attribution impact the credibility and reliability of social science work?
  • What steps can you take to ensure your bibliography meets the expectations of the social science field?