The screen flickers to life, revealing a dimly lit control room. Holographic displays hum with cryptic errors. A friendly, determined face appears on the main monitor – Jamie, the lead systems engineer.
"Thank goodness you're here!" Jamie exclaims, their voice a mix of relief and urgency. "The Aether AI, our central information archive, is experiencing critical data corruption. Its citation protocols are failing, mixing up styles, authors, and sources. We can't access reliable research without proper attribution! Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to help recalibrate the Aether AI by mastering academic citation. We need to stabilize its data flow before it becomes completely unusable."
They gesture to a complex console. "Where would you like to begin our diagnostic? We can start with the foundational elements of good citation that all styles share, or you can jump right into a specific style if you're ready."
[[Let's start with the core concepts. |CoreConceptAuthorship]]
[[Let's start with APA style. |APAChallengeBook]]
[[Let's start with Chicago / Turabian style. |ChicagoChallengeBook]]
[[Let's start with MLA style. |MLAChallengeBook]]
[[Where do I even begin? Give me some expert guidance. |AskForHelp]]"Alright, let's start with Authorship," Jamie says, bringing up a diagram of a person with a thought bubble. "The Aether AI relies on clear identification of who created the information. This isn't always straightforward, especially with online sources or institutional publications. Sometimes, there isn't a single author, or the author is an organization. For the AI to correctly categorize and verify data, we need to ensure the authorship is clearly identified. This is particularly crucial for academic integrity. So, tell me: why is identifying the author so important?"
TEXT DESCRIPTION: A holographic diagram shows a stylized figure, representing an author, connected to a document, emphasizing the link between creator and content.
Challenge: Why is clearly identifying the author (or creator) of a source fundamental in academic citation?
Choices:
[[It allows readers to evaluate the credibility and expertise of the information source. |ChallengeAuthorshipCorrect]]
[[It primarily prevents plagiarism by making sure you don't copy text directly. |ChallengeAuthorshipIncorrectPlagiarism]]
[[It helps to determine the appropriate length of your research paper. |ChallengeAuthorshipIncorrectLength]] "Alright, APA it is! Essential for our social sciences and health data archives," Jamie announces, bringing up a new holographic screen with an APA-specific interface. "Students often start with textbooks. The AI is getting confused by APA's emphasis on publication year and precise title formatting for books. Let's start with a classic APA source: a book. You need to identify the key components for an APA reference entry."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine the title page of a fictional textbook.
Author: Dr. Emily Vance
Publication Year: 2023
Title: Introduction to Cognitive Psychology
Edition: 5th Edition
Publisher: University Learning Press
Challenge: Which of the following correctly identifies all the components for an APA book citation?
Choices:
[[Author, (Year), Title of book (Edition), Publisher. |ChallengeAPABookCorrect]]
[[Author, (Year), Title of book, Publisher. |ChallengeAPABookIncorrectNoEditionItalics]]
[[Title of book, Author, (Year), Publisher, Place of Publication. |ChallengeAPABookIncorrectOrderPlace]] "Alright, MLA it is! Essential for our humanities and literature archives," Jamie announces, bringing up a new holographic screen with an MLA-specific interface. "The AI is getting confused by MLA's emphasis on 'containers' and less on publication cities. Let's start with a classic MLA source: a book. You need to identify the key components for an MLA Works Cited entry. The AI is specifically looking for the author, title of book, publisher, and publication year."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine the title page of a fictional book.
Author: Dr. Evelyn Reed
Title: Voices from the Silent Archives: Rediscovering Forgotten Poets
Publisher: Literary Press International
Publication Year: 2022
Challenge: Which of the following correctly identifies all the components for an MLA book citation?
Choices:
[[Author, Title of book, Publisher, Publication Year |ChallengeMLABookCorrect]]
[[Author, Title of book, Publisher, Place of Publication |ChallengeMLABookIncorrectPlace]]
[[Author, Title of book, Publisher, Publication Year, Edition |ChallengeMLABookIncorrectEdition]]"Excellent! Chicago/Turabian style is vital for our historical and arts archives," Jamie says, their expression brightening as the holographic display shifts to a new, Chicago-specific interface. "The AI is currently struggling with Chicago's distinct approach, particularly its preference for detailed publication information. Let's start with a foundational source: a book. You need to identify the key components for a Chicago Notes and Bibliography bibliography entry. The AI is specifically flagging this book because it can't verify its publication details for a complete Chicago entry."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine the title page of a fictional book.
Author: Dr. Benjamin Lee
Title: The Quiet Revolution: Micro-Histories of Everyday Life
Publisher: Archway Books
Place of Publication: New York, NY
Publication Year: 2020
Challenge: For this book, which of the following correctly identifies all the components for a Chicago Notes and Bibliography bibliography entry?
Choices:
[[Author, Title of Book, Place of Publication: Publisher, Publication Year. |ChallengeChicagoBookCorrect]]
[[Author, Title of Book, Publisher, Publication Year. |ChallengeChicagoBookIncorrectNoPlace]]
[[Author, Title of Book, Place of Publication: Publisher, Publication Year, Page numbers. |ChallengeChicagoBookIncorrectPages]]You turn to Jamie, a slight frown on your face. "Jamie, I'm feeling a bit lost in this data stream. The AI's protocols are proving tougher than I thought. Can you give me some expert guidance on something specific?"
Jamie nods empathetically. "Of course! This is complex stuff. What area are you finding most challenging right now? We can review the fundamental concepts, or I can walk you through the specifics of each citation style."
Choices:
[[SeekExpertGuidanceAuthorship]] Authorship: Who created the content?
[[SeekExpertGuidancePublicationDetails]] Publication Details: When and where was it published?
[[SeekExpertGuidanceSourceType]] Source Types: Is it a book, journal, or something else?
[[SeekExpertGuidanceAPABook]] APA Books
[[SeekExpertGuidanceAPAJournal]] APA Journal Articles
[[SeekExpertGuidanceAPAWeb]] APA Webpages
[[SeekExpertGuidanceAPAPodcast]] APA Podcast Episodes
[[SeekExpertGuidanceAPAOnlineVideo]] APA Online Videos
[[SeekExpertGuidanceMLABook]] MLA Books
[[SeekExpertGuidanceMLAJournal]] MLA Journal Articles
[[SeekExpertGuidanceMLAWeb]] MLA Webpages
[[SeekExpertGuidanceMLAOnlineVideo]] MLA Online Videos
[[SeekExpertGuidanceMLAPodcast]] MLA Podcast Episodes
[[SeekExpertGuidanceChicagoBook]] Chicago Books
[[SeekExpertGuidanceChicagoJournal]] Chicago Journal Articles
[[SeekExpertGuidanceChicagoWeb]] Chicago Webpages
[[SeekExpertGuidanceChicagoVideo]] Chicago Online Videos
[[RealWorldHelpContact]] I need help from a real human librarian.
[[MainHub]] I'm okay for now, let's go back to the challenges.Jamie guides you back to the main console. "Excellent work, agent! The Aether AI is already showing signs of stabilization thanks to your efforts with the core concepts. We need to keep going to fully restore its functionality. Now, which citation style do you want to tackle next to help the Aether AI understand proper formatting?"
Choices:
[[Focus on APA style for social sciences and health data. |APAChallengeBook]]
[[Focus on MLA style for humanities and literature. |MLAChallengeBook]]
[[Focus on Chicago / Turabian style for history and arts. |ChicagoChallengeBook]]
[[I would like a quick refresher on Authorship, Publication, or Source Types? |ReviewCoreConcepts]]
[[Ask Jamie for more specific expert guidance. |AskForHelp]]
[[ I need help from a real human librarian. |RealWorldHelpContact]]
Jamie brings up a review screen. "Alright, a quick review of the core concepts is always a good idea. Which fundamental aspect of citation would you like to refresh your memory on?"
Choices:
[[Authorship: Who created the content? |CoreConceptAuthorship]]
[[Publication Details: When and where was it published? |CoreConceptPublicationDetails]]
[[Source Types: Is it a book, journal, or something else? |CoreConceptSourceType]]
[[Return to the main console. |MainHub]] Jamie's face softens with understanding. "It sounds like you need some direct, human assistance. While the Aether AI is powerful, sometimes you need to talk to a real person. I'm connecting you to the Library Support Nexus. They have human librarians standing by who can give you personalized help, no matter how complex your citation questions are."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: A contact screen with a number (518-381-1235) and email (LibraryServices@sunysccc.edu) flashes, or visit our website at libguides.sunysccc.edu/begleylibrary to access "24/7 Virtual Librarian Support."
"Remember, it's okay to ask for help. Citation can be tricky, and librarians are the experts! Feel free to come back to me anytime for more practice."
Choices:
[[Return to the main console. |MainHub]] "Exactly!" Jamie exclaims, as 'AUTHORSHIP VERIFIED' flashes across the screen. "Identifying the author is crucial for credibility and accountability. It lets your readers see who is behind the information, helping them judge its reliability and expertise. Great start! Now, let's move on to Publication Details – where and when was the information made public?"
Choices:
[[Continue. |CoreConceptPublicationDetails]]"That's part of it, but not the primary reason for identifying the author in a citation," Jamie explains gently. "While proper citation certainly helps prevent plagiarism, the core purpose of including the author in your citation is to attribute the ideas and findings to the original creator and allow others to assess their authority. Let's re-examine."
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptCoreConceptAuthorship]] "Not quite," Jamie says with a shake of their head. "The author's identity has nothing to do with the length of your paper. That's more about your assignment requirements! The importance of authorship is tied to the source's credibility and academic integrity. Let's try that again."
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptCoreConceptAuthorship]] "Alright, next up: Publication Details," Jamie says, as the screen shifts to show a calendar and a globe. "This covers when and where a source was published or made available. The Aether AI is finding inconsistencies in how dates and locations are recorded, leading to data corruption. Knowing these details is vital for assessing the currency of information and its original context. For instance, a scientific finding from 1950 might be less relevant than one from 2020. So, why are publication details, like dates and locations, so important?"
TEXT DESCRIPTION: A holographic display shows a calendar with a highlighted date and a spinning globe, symbolizing the 'when' and 'where' of publication.
Challenge: Why are publication details (like dates and locations) crucial when citing a source?
Choices:
[[They help assess the currency and historical context of the information. |ChallengePublicationDetailsCorrect]]
[[They primarily indicate where you can physically obtain a copy of the source. |ChallengePublicationDetailsIncorrectAvailability]]
[[They are mainly used to determine copyright ownership of the material. |ChallengePublicationDetailsIncorrectCopyright]] "Let's revisit Authorship," Jamie prompts. "Remember, identifying the author goes beyond just avoiding plagiarism; it's about the very nature of academic discourse."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: A holographic diagram shows a stylized figure, representing an author, connected to a document, emphasizing the link between creator and content.
Challenge: Why is clearly identifying the author (or creator) of a source fundamental in academic citation?
Choices:
[[It allows readers to evaluate the credibility and expertise of the information source. |ChallengeAuthorshipCorrect]]
[[It primarily prevents plagiarism by making sure you don't copy text directly. |ChallengeAuthorshipIncorrectPlagiarism]]
[[It helps to determine the appropriate length of your research paper. |ChallengeAuthorshipIncorrectLength]] "Spot on!" Jamie affirms, as 'PUBLICATION DETAILS VERIFIED' flashes. "Dates establish currency – how new or old the information is – which is vital in fast-evolving fields. Locations provide context, showing where the ideas originated. You're mastering the basics! Let's move to the last core concept: Source Types. Understanding the kind of source is key to proper formatting."
Choices:
[[Continue. |CoreConceptSourceType]] "Not quite," Jamie corrects gently. "While publication details can sometimes indirectly point to availability (like a city where a publisher is based), their main purpose in citation isn't about telling you where to buy or find a physical copy. It's about the information's timeliness and origin. Let's re-examine."
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptCoreConceptPublicationDetails]] "That's a common misconception, but incorrect in this context," Jamie clarifies. "While publication dates are part of copyright law, their role in citation is primarily to help readers evaluate the source's relevance and context within your research. Copyright is a legal issue, not a citation one. Let's try that again."
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptCoreConceptPublicationDetails]] "Our final core concept: Source Types," Jamie states, as the screen displays icons for a book, a journal, and a computer. "Is it a book, a journal article, a website, a podcast? Each type has specific formatting rules across different citation styles. The Aether AI is struggling because it's seeing a mix of rules applied incorrectly to different source formats. For example, a website usually won't have a volume and issue number like a journal. So, why is identifying the specific type of source important for proper citation?"
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Three distinct holographic icons represent a book, a journal, and a computer screen, symbolizing different source types.
Challenge: Why is identifying the specific type of source (e.g., book, journal, website) important for proper citation?
Choices:
[[Each source type has unique formatting requirements in different citation styles. |ChallengeSourceTypeCorrect]]
[[It helps you determine how quickly you need to read the material. |ChallengeSourceTypeIncorrectReadingSpeed]]
It directly tells you if the content of the source is high quality. |ChallengeSourceTypeIncorrectContentQuality]]"Let's revisit Publication Details," Jamie prompts. "Remember, it's about the information itself, not just where to find it or its legal status."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: A holographic display shows a calendar with a highlighted date and a spinning globe, symbolizing the 'when' and 'where' of publication.
Challenge: Why are publication details (like dates and locations) crucial when citing a source?
Choices:
[[They help assess the currency and historical context of the information. |ChallengePublicationDetailsCorrect]]
[[They primarily indicate where you can physically obtain a copy of the source. |ChallengePublicationDetailsIncorrectAvailability]]
[[They are mainly used to determine copyright ownership of hte material. |They are mainly used to determine copyright ownership of hte material. |ChallengePublicationDetailsIncorrectCopyright]]"Bingo!" Jamie grins, as 'SOURCE TYPE VERIFIED' lights up the entire console. "Different source types have different formatting requirements because they present information in unique ways. A citation for a video will naturally look different from one for a chapter in an edited book. You've successfully recalibrated the Aether AI's foundational understanding of citation! You're ready to tackle the full citation styles."
Choices:
[[Return to the main console. |MainHub]] "Nice try, but no," Jamie says with a sympathetic smile. "How fast you read depends on you and the material, not the source type itself! The importance of source type in citation is purely about formatting and accurate identification. Let's give that another shot."
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptCoreConceptSourceType]]"Careful there," Jamie cautions. "While some source types might tend to have higher academic rigor (like peer-reviewed journals), the source type itself doesn't guarantee quality. A website, for example, could be from a reputable university or a dubious blog. Citing correctly is about identifying the source, not judging its content's quality in the citation. Let's try again."
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptCoreConceptSourceType]]"Let's revisit Source Types," Jamie prompts. "Remember, it's about the rules of presentation, not inherent value or how you engage with the material."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Three distinct holographic icons represent a book, a journal, and a computer screen, symbolizing different source types.
Challenge: Why is identifying the specific type of source (e.g., book, journal, website) important for proper citation?
Choices:
[[Each source type has unique formatting requirements in different citation styles. |ChallengeSourceTypeCorrect]]
[[It helps you determine how quickly you need to read the material. |ChallengeSourceTypeIncorrectReadingSpeed]]
[[It directly tells you if the content of the source is high quality. |ChallengeSourceTypeIncorrectContentQuality]]"Excellent work! That's the correct APA structure for a book," Jamie says, as 'APA BOOK VERIFIED' appears on the screen. "You correctly included the author, year, italicized title in sentence case, and the edition, which is key for clarity in APA. You've proven to the Aether AI that you understand fundamental APA principles for books. Now, let's tackle a common primary source in many APA fields: a journal article."
Choices:
[[Continue. |APAChallengeJournal]] "Not quite," Jamie says, shaking their head. "You missed a couple of key APA formatting details for books. The title of the book should be italicized and in sentence case. Also, if there's an edition, it needs to be included in parentheses after the title. The AI is still struggling without these precise details. Give it another try!"
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptChallengeAPABook]]"That's not the correct APA order or includes extra information," Jamie explains. "In APA, the author and year come first, followed by the italicized title. Also, APA does not typically include the place of publication for most books. This confusion is exactly what the AI is struggling with. Re-evaluate the order and what information is necessary."
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptChallengeAPABook]]"Alright, a journal article in APA," Jamie announces, pulling up a new file. "Journal articles are the backbone of scholarly communication in APA fields. The AI is getting confused by APA's emphasis on DOIs and specific date formatting for these types of sources. You need to identify the essential components for an APA reference entry for this article."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine the first page of a fictional journal article.
Author: Dr. Aris Thorne
Publication Year: 2024
Title of Article: The Impact of Social Media on Adolescent Mental Health
Title of Journal: Journal of Youth Psychology
Volume: 15
Issue: 2
Pages: 112-128
DOI: 10.1037/jyp0000123 (A mock DOI)
Challenge: Which of the following correctly identifies all the components for an APA journal article citation?
Choices:
[[Author, (Year), Title of article, Title of Journal, Volume(Issue), Page range, DOI |ChallengeAPAJournalCorrect]]
[[Author, (Year), Title of article, Title of Journal, Volume(Issue), Page range |ChallengeAPAJournalIncorrectNoDOI]]
[[Author, (Full Date), Title of article, Title of Journal, Volume(Issue), Page range, DOI |ChallengeAPAJournalIncorrectYearOnly]]"Let's re-examine this book citation for APA," Jamie prompts. "Remember the specific order and formatting for books, especially how APA handles the title and any edition information."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine the title page of a fictional textbook.
Author: Dr. Emily Vance
Publication Year: 2023
Title: Introduction to Cognitive Psychology
Edition: 5th Edition
Publisher: University Learning Press
Challenge: Which of the following correctly identifies all the components for an APA book citation?
Choices:
[[Author, (Year), Title of book (Edition), Publisher. |ChallengeAPABookCorrect]]
[[ Author, (Year), Title of book, Publisher. |ChallengeAPABookIncorrectNoEditionItalics]]
[[Title of book, Author, (Year), Publisher, Place of Publication. |ChallengeAPABookIncorrectOrderPlace]]"Fantastic! That's the correct APA structure for a journal article!" Jamie beams, as 'APA JOURNAL VERIFIED' lights up the console. "You remembered the precise order, the italicized journal title, and the crucial DOI. You're doing great! Next challenge: a webpage. The AI often misinterprets author and date information for online sources."
Choices:
[[Continue. |APAChallengeWeb]]"Close, but you missed a critical APA element," Jamie explains. "For journal articles, the DOI (Digital Object Identifier) is almost always required if available, as it provides a stable link to the article. Without it, the AI struggles to reliably locate the source. Give it another try!"
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptChallengeAPAJournal]]"Hold on," Jamie says, pointing to the screen. "You've got the date format wrong for a journal article! In APA, journal articles typically only use the year of publication in the reference entry, not the full date. Full dates are usually for less formally published sources. This confusion is exactly what the AI is struggling with. Re-evaluate the date format."
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptChallengeAPAJournal]]Next up for APA: a webpage!" Jamie says, pulling up a new file. "Web sources are prevalent, but citing them correctly in APA requires careful attention to the author, specific page title, and the overall website title. The AI is specifically flagging this one because it's struggling with how to correctly extract the author and date information from a webpage."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine a webpage on a computer screen.
Author: Dr. Sarah Chen
Date Published: March 15, 2023
Title of Specific Webpage: Strategies for Effective Remote Work
Title of Overall Website: Modern Workplace Insights
URL: https://modernworkplaceinsights.com/remote-work
Challenge: For this webpage, which of the following is the correct set of components for an APA reference entry?
Choices:
[[Author, (Date), Title of webpage, Title of Overall Website, URL |ChallengeAPAWebCorrect]]
[[Author, (Date), Title of webpage, URL |ChallengeAPAWebIncorrectNoWebsiteTitle]]
[[Author, Title of webpage, Title of Overall Website, URL |ChallengeAPAWebIncorrectNoDate]]"Let's re-examine this journal article citation for APA," Jamie prompts. "Remember the specific order and formatting for journal articles, especially the importance of the DOI and the correct date format."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine the first page of a fictional journal article.
Author: Dr. Aris Thorne
Publication Year: 2024
Title of Article: The Impact of Social Media on Adolescent Mental Health
Title of Journal: Journal of Youth Psychology
Volume: 15
Issue: 2
Pages: 112-128
DOI: 10.1037/jyp0000123 (A mock DOI)
Challenge: Which of the following correctly identifies all the components for an APA journal article citation?
Choices:
[[Author, (Year), Title of article, Title of Journal, Volume(Issue), Page range, DOI |ChallengeAPAJournalCorrect]]
[[Author, (Year), Title of article, Title of Journal, Volume(Issue), Page range |ChallengeAPAJournalIncorrectNoDOI]]
[[Author, (Full Date), Title of article, Title of Journal, Volume(Issue), Page range, DOI |ChallengeAPAJournalIncorrectYearOnly]]"Excellent work! That's the correct APA structure for a webpage," Jamie says, as 'APA WEB SOURCE VERIFIED' appears on the screen. "You correctly included both the specific page title and the overall website title, which is key for clarity in APA. You've proven to the Aether AI that you understand fundamental APA principles. Now, let's tackle another common online source: a podcast episode. The AI is really struggling with how to apply APA's specific formatting for audio media."
Choices:
[[Continue. |APAChallengePodcast]] "Close, but you missed a critical APA element," Jamie explains. "For webpages, the title of the overall website is crucial as a container for the specific page. You need to include it, and it should be italicized. Without it, the AI can't fully contextualize the source. Give it another try!"
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptChallengeAPAWeb]]"Hold on," Jamie says, pointing to the screen. "You've missed the publication date! In APA, the date is a fundamental piece of information for almost all sources, especially online ones, to establish currency. The AI relies heavily on this. Re-evaluate and make sure to include the date."
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptChallengeAPAWeb]]"Alright, a podcast episode in APA," Jamie announces, pulling up a new interface. "Podcasts are a growing source of information, and APA has specific guidelines to ensure they're accurately cited. The AI is flagging many of our archived podcast transcripts because it's missing key identifying details or misinterpreting the episode versus the series. You need to identify the essential components for an APA reference entry for this podcast episode."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine a podcast player interface.
Host: Dr. Alex Thorne
Date Published: October 5, 2024
Episode Title: The Psychology of Space Exploration
Podcast Series Title: Cosmic Minds
Platform: Spotify
URL: https://spotify.com/cosmic-minds-space-psych (A mock Spotify URL)
Challenge: Which of the following correctly identifies all the components for an APA podcast episode citation?
Choices:
[[Host, Date, Episode Title, [Audio podcast], Podcast Series Title, Platform, URL |ChallengeAPAPodcastCorrect]]
[[Host, Date, Episode Title, Podcast Series Title, URL |ChallengeAPAPodcastIncorrectNoDescriptor]]
[[Host, Date, Podcast Series Title, [Audio podcast], Platform, URL |ChallengeAPAPodcastIncorrectConfusedTitles]]"Let's re-examine this webpage citation for APA," Jamie prompts. "Remember the specific order and formatting for webpages, especially how APA distinguishes between the specific page and the overall website, and the importance of the date."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine a webpage on a computer screen.
Author: Dr. Sarah Chen
Date Published: March 15, 2023
Title of Specific Webpage: Strategies for Effective Remote Work
Title of Overall Website: Modern Workplace Insights
URL: https://modernworkplaceinsights.com/remote-work
Challenge: For this webpage, which of the following is the correct set of components for an APA reference entry?
Choices:
[[Author, (Date), Title of webpage, Title of Overall Website, URL |ChallengeAPAWebCorrect]]
[[Author, (Date), Title of webpage, URL |ChallengeAPAWebIncorrectNoWebsiteTitle]]
[[Author, Title of webpage, Title of Overall Website, URL |ChallengeAPAWebIncorrectNoDate]]"Perfect! That's a textbook APA podcast episode citation!" Jamie beams, as 'APA PODCAST VERIFIED' lights up the console. "You remembered to italicize both the episode and series titles, and to include the crucial '[Audio podcast]' type descriptor. You've done an incredible job recalibrating the Aether AI's understanding of APA style! One final challenge for APA: an online video. The AI often misinterprets video creators and platforms."
Choices:
[[Continue. |APAChallengeOnlineVideo]] "Close, but you missed a critical APA element for podcasts," Jamie explains. "You forgot the type descriptor in square brackets – [Audio podcast] – after the episode title. APA requires this to clearly identify the format of the source. The AI is still struggling without this explicit label. Give it another try!"
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptChallengeAPAPodcast]]"Hold on," Jamie says, pointing to the screen. "You've mixed up the titles! In APA, the episode title comes first and is italicized, followed by the type descriptor, and then the podcast series title (also italicized). You've essentially cited the series as the episode. This confusion is exactly what the AI is struggling with. Re-evaluate the order and identity of the titles."
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptChallengeAPAPodcast]]"Our final APA challenge involves an online video," Jamie states, bringing up a video player interface. "Online videos are a common and evolving source, and APA has specific requirements for their citation. The AI is specifically flagging this one because it's struggling to identify the primary creator and distinguish the video's title from the platform it's hosted on. You need to identify the essential components for an APA reference entry for this video."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine a video player interface on a popular streaming platform.
Creator/Uploader: SciComm Daily (channel name)
Date Uploaded: July 10, 2023
Title of Video: The Quantum Entanglement Explained
Platform: YouTube
URL: https://youtube.com/scicommdaily/quantum (A mock YouTube URL)
Challenge: Which of the following correctly identifies all the components for an APA online video citation?
Choices:
[[Creator, (Date), Title of video |ChallengeAPAOnlineVideoCorrect]] `[`Video`]`. [[Platform. URL |ChallengeAPAOnlineVideoCorrect]]
[[Creator, (Date), Title of video, Platform, URL |ChallengeAPAOnlineVideoIncorrectMissingDescriptor]]
[[Title of video, Creator, (Date), Platform, URL |ChallengeAPAOnlineVideoIncorrectOrderTitle]]"Let's re-examine this podcast episode citation for APA," Jamie prompts. "Remember the specific order and formatting for podcast episodes, especially how APA distinguishes between the episode and the overall series, and what other key descriptors are needed."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine a podcast player interface.
Host: Dr. Alex Thorne
Date Published: October 5, 2024
Episode Title: The Psychology of Space Exploration
Podcast Series Title: Cosmic Minds
Platform: Spotify
URL: https://spotify.com/cosmic-minds-space-psych (A mock Spotify URL)
Challenge: Which of the following correctly identifies all the components for an APA podcast episode citation?
Choices:
[[Host, Date, Episode Title, |ChallengeAPAPodcastCorrect]]`[`Audio podcast`]`, [[Podcast Series Title, Platform, URL |ChallengeAPAPodcastCorrect]]
[[Host, Date, Episode Title, Podcast Series Title, URL |ChallengeAPAPodcastIncorrectNoDescriptor]]
[[Host, Date, Podcast Series Title,|ChallengeAPAPodcastIncorrectConfusedTitles]] `[`Audio podcast`]`, [[Platform, URL |ChallengeAPAPodcastIncorrectConfusedTitles]]"Excellent! That's the correct APA structure for an online video!" Jamie praises, as 'APA ONLINE VIDEO VERIFIED' appears on the screen. "You correctly identified the creator, the italicized title, the essential '[Video]' type descriptor, and the platform. You've successfully completed all the APA challenges! The Aether AI's APA protocols are now fully operational!"
Choices:
[[Return to the main console. |MainHub]] "Close, but you missed a key APA element for online videos," Jamie explains. "Just like with podcasts, APA requires a type descriptor in square brackets – [Video] – after the video title to clearly identify its format. The AI needs this explicit label to process the source correctly. Give it another try!"
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptChallengeAPAOnlineVideo]]"Hold on," Jamie says, pointing to the screen. "You've got the order mixed up! In APA, the creator comes first, followed by the date, and then the italicized video title. The AI relies on this precise sequence. Re-evaluate the order of the components."
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptChallengeAPAOnlineVideo]]"Let's re-examine this online video citation for APA," Jamie prompts. "Remember the specific order and formatting for videos, especially the placement of the creator, title, and the type descriptor."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine a video player interface on a popular streaming platform.
Creator/Uploader: SciComm Daily (channel name)
Date Uploaded: July 10, 2023
Title of Video: The Quantum Entanglement Explained
Platform: YouTube
URL: https://youtube.com/scicommdaily/quantum (A mock YouTube URL)
Challenge: Which of the following correctly identifies all the components for an APA online video citation?
Choices:
[[Creator, (Date), Title of video |ChallengeAPAOnlineVideoCorrect]] `[`Video`]`. [[Platform. URL |ChallengeAPAOnlineVideoCorrect]]
[[Creator, (Date), Title of video, Platform, URL |ChallengeAPAOnlineVideoIncorrectMissingDescriptor]]
[[Title of video, Creator, (Date), Platform, URL |ChallengeAPAOnlineVideoIncorrectOrderTitle]]"Perfect! That's exactly right for an MLA book entry," Jamie confirms, and a large 'MLA BOOK VERIFIED' message fills the screen. "MLA streamlines book citations, generally omitting the place of publication. You've got this! Now, let's move on to a journal article in MLA style. The AI is having trouble with the 'container' concept for articles."
Choices:
[[Continue. |MLAChallengeJournal]]"Not quite," Jamie says, shaking their head. "You've included the place of publication, which is no longer typically included in MLA Works Cited entries for books (unless the publisher has offices in multiple cities, then usually only the primary one is listed). MLA focuses on a more streamlined approach. Give it another try!"
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptMLABook]]"Hold on," Jamie says, pointing to the screen. "You've included the edition, which MLA doesn't typically require for standard book Works Cited entries unless it's a special scholarly edition crucial to identifying the source. While useful, it's not a core component for a general book citation. The AI needs the most essential elements. Re-evaluate what information is necessary."
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptMLABook]]"Next up for MLA: a journal article!" Jamie says, pulling up a new file. "MLA's approach to journal articles also emphasizes the 'container' concept. This means identifying the article's title, and then the journal's title, along with its specific details. The AI is specifically flagging this one because it can't distinguish between the article and the journal it's published in."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine the first page of a fictional journal article.
Author: Dr. Omar Khan
Title of Article: Myth and Memory in Contemporary Poetry
Title of Journal: Literary Studies Quarterly
Volume: 38
Issue: 1
Publication Year: 2024
Pages: 45-62
Challenge: For this journal article, which of the following is the correct set of components for an MLA Works Cited entry?
Choices:
[[ChallengeMLAJournalCorrect]] Author, "Title of article", Title of journal, Volume, Issue, Publication Year, Page range |ChallengeMLAJournalCorrect]]
[[Author, "Title of article", Title of journal, Publisher, Publication Year, Page range |ChallengeMLAJournalIncorrectPublisher]]
[[Author, "Title of article", Title of journal, Volume, Issue, Publication Year, URL |ChallengeMLAJournalIncorrectURL]]formatting for books, especially how MLA simplifies the publication details."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine the title page of a fictional book.
Author: Dr. Evelyn Reed
Title: Voices from the Silent Archives: Rediscovering Forgotten Poets
Publisher: Literary Press International
Publication Year: 2022
Challenge: Which of the following correctly identifies all the components for an MLA book citation?
Choices:
[[Author, Title of book, Publisher, Publication Year |ChallengeMLABookCorrect]]
[[Author, Title of book, Publisher, Place of Publication |ChallengeMLABookIncorrectPlace]]
[[Author, Title of book, Publisher, Publication Year, Edition |ChallengeMLABookIncorrectPlace]]"Outstanding! That's the correct MLA structure for a journal article," Jamie praises, as 'MLA JOURNAL ARTICLE VERIFIED' blazes on the screen. "You correctly identified the article as being 'contained' within the journal, and included all the necessary identifiers. Next MLA challenge: a webpage! The AI is having trouble distinguishing specific pages from entire websites."
Choices:
[[Continue. |MLAChallengeWeb]]"Not quite," Jamie says, shaking their head. "You've included the publisher of the journal. While important for books, MLA doesn't typically require the publisher for standard journal articles. This is a common mistake when mixing up citation types. The AI is getting confused by this extra detail. Give it another try!"
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptMLAJournal]]"Hold on," Jamie says, pointing to the screen. "You've included a URL for a standard journal article from what appears to be a print or database source. While URLs are needed for some online sources, MLA often prioritizes stable identifiers like volume/issue for journal articles, especially if accessed through a library database (where URLs are often session-specific or less stable). The AI is expecting a more precise identification. Re-evaluate what information is necessary."
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptMLAJournal]]"Time for an MLA webpage!" Jamie says, bringing up a browser interface. "Web sources are incredibly common, but MLA has specific rules for citing them, especially when it comes to distinguishing the specific page you're citing from the larger website it belongs to. The AI is specifically flagging this one because it's mixing up the page title and the website title."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine a webpage on a computer screen.
Author: Alex Rivera
Date Published: February 14, 2024
Title of Specific Webpage: Understanding the Global Supply Chain Crisis
Title of Larger Website: Global Economics Today
URL: https://globaleconomicstoday.org/supply-chain
Challenge: For this webpage, which of the following is the correct set of components for an MLA Works Cited entry?
Choices:
[[Author, "Title of Page", Title of Website, Date, URL. |ChallengeMLAWebCorrect]]
[[Author, Title of Website, Date, URL. |ChallengeMLAWebIncorrectNoPageTitle]]
[[Author, "Title of Page", Date, URL. |ChallengeMLAWebIncorrectNoWebsiteTitle]] "Let's re-examine this journal article citation for MLA," Jamie prompts. "Remember the specific order and formatting for journal articles, especially how MLA uses the 'container' concept and what details are essential."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine the first page of a fictional journal article.
Author: Dr. Omar Khan
Title of Article: Myth and Memory in Contemporary Poetry
Title of Journal: Literary Studies Quarterly
Volume: 38
Issue: 1
Publication Year: 2024
Pages: 45-62
Challenge: For this journal article, which of the following is the correct set of components for an MLA Works Cited entry?
Choices:
[[Author, "Title of article", Title of journal, Volume, Issue, Publication Year, Page range |ChallengeMLAJournalCorrect]]
[[Author, "Title of article", Title of journal, Publisher, Publication Year, Page range |ChallengeMLAJournalIncorrectPublisher]]
[[Author, "Title of article", Title of journal, Volume, Issue, Publication Year, URL |ChallengeMLAJournalIncorrectURL]]"Perfect! That's exactly right for an MLA webpage entry," Jamie confirms, and a large 'MLA WEBPAGE VERIFIED' message fills the screen. "You successfully identified both the specific page and its containing website, using the correct formatting. Excellent work! Now, let's tackle an online video in MLA. The AI struggles with capturing all the necessary container information for videos."
Choices:
[[Continue |.MLAChallengeOnlineVideo]]"Not quite," Jamie says, shaking their head. "You've cited the overall website, but you're missing the title of the specific webpage you're referencing. In MLA, the specific page title is crucial and goes in quotation marks. The AI can't pinpoint the exact source without it. Give it another try!"
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptMLAWeb]]"Hold on," Jamie says, pointing to the screen. "You've included the specific page, but you're missing the overall website title, which acts as the crucial 'container' in MLA and should be italicized. The AI needs to know the larger source where the page is found. Re-evaluate what information is necessary."
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptMLAWeb]]"Next MLA challenge: an online video!" Jamie states, bringing up a video player interface. "Just like other online sources, MLA focuses on identifying the video's creator, title, and its container (the platform it's hosted on). The AI is specifically flagging this one because it's struggling to capture all the container information for videos."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine a video player interface on a popular streaming platform.
Creator/Uploader: Art History Hub (Channel/Uploader)
Date Uploaded: November 5, 2023
Title of Video: The Hidden Symbolism of Renaissance Art
Platform: YouTube
URL: https://youtube.com/arthistoryhub/renaissance-art
Challenge: For this online video, which of the following is the correct set of components for an MLA Works Cited entry?
Choices:
[[Creator, "Title of Video", Platform, Date, URL. |ChallengeMLAOnlineVideoCorrect]]
[["Title of Video", Platform, Date, URL. |ChallengeMLAOnlineVideoIncorrectNoCreator]]
[[Creator, Platform, URL. |ChallengeMLAOnlineVideoIncorrectMissingDetails]] "Let's re-examine this webpage citation for MLA," Jamie prompts. "Remember the specific formatting for webpages, especially how to differentiate between the individual page and its overarching website 'container'."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine a webpage on a computer screen.
Author: Alex Rivera
Date Published: February 14, 2024
Title of Specific Webpage: Understanding the Global Supply Chain Crisis
Title of Larger Website: Global Economics Today
URL: https://globaleconomicstoday.org/supply-chain
Challenge: For this webpage, which of the following is the correct set of components for an MLA Works Cited entry?
Choices:
[[Author, "Title of Page", Title of Website, Date, URL. |ChallengeMLAWebCorrect]]
[[Author, Title of Website, Date, URL. |ChallengeMLAWebIncorrectNoPageTitle]]
[[Author, "Title of Page", Date, URL. |ChallengeMLAWebIncorrectNoWebsiteTitle]] "Excellent! That's the correct MLA structure for an online video!" Jamie praises, as 'MLA ONLINE VIDEO VERIFIED' appears on the screen. "You correctly identified the creator, the quoted video title, and the italicized platform as its container. You're doing great with MLA's container concept! Final MLA challenge: a podcast episode. This is a newer format, and the AI is still struggling to apply the container principle to it."
Choices:
[[Continue. |MLAChallengePodcast]]"Not quite," Jamie says, shaking their head. "You're missing the creator of the video! In MLA, identifying the individual or entity responsible for the content is usually the first piece of information in the citation. The AI needs to know who made it. Give it another try!"
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptMLAOnlineVideo]]"Hold on," Jamie says, pointing to the screen. "You're missing some crucial details! While you have the creator and platform, MLA requires the specific title of the video (in quotes) and the date it was uploaded to fully identify the source. The AI needs all components to verify. Re-evaluate what information is necessary."
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptMLAOnlineVideo]]"Finally for MLA: a podcast episode!" Jamie announces. "Podcasts are increasingly common sources, and MLA has clear guidelines for them. The AI is specifically struggling with how to treat a single episode from a larger podcast series. You need to identify the components that distinguish the episode from the overall podcast."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine a podcast player interface.
Podcast Series Title: The History Hunters
Episode Title: The Lost Library of Alexandria: Fact or Fiction?
Host: Dr. Anya Sharma
Date: October 26, 2023
Platform: Spotify
URL: https://example.com/history-hunters-alexandria (A mock URL for a Spotify episode)
Challenge: Which of the following MLA components are essential for citing this podcast episode?
Choices:
[[Host (if relevant), "Episode Title," Podcast Series Title, season/episode number (if applicable), Publisher/Platform, Date, URL |ChallengeMLAPodcastCorrect]]
[[Podcast Series Title, Host, Date, URL |ChallengeMLAPodcastIncorrectNoEpisodeTitle]]
[[Host, Podcast Series Title, Date |ChallengeMLAPodcastIncorrectOnlySeries]] "Let's re-examine this online video citation for MLA," Jamie prompts. "Remember the specific order and formatting for videos, especially the creator, title, and the platform as its container."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine a video player interface on a popular streaming platform.
Creator/Uploader: Art History Hub (Channel/Uploader)
Date Uploaded: November 5, 2023
Title of Video: The Hidden Symbolism of Renaissance Art
Platform: YouTube
URL: https://youtube.com/arthistoryhub/renaissance-art
Challenge: Which of the following is the correct set of components for an MLA Works Cited entry?
Choices:
[[Creator, "Title of Video", Platform, Date, URL. |ChallengeMLAOnlineVideoCorrect]]
[["Title of Video", Platform, Date, URL. |ChallengeMLAOnlineVideoIncorrectNoCreator]]
[[Creator, Platform, URL. |ChallengeMLAOnlineVideoIncorrectMissingDetails]] "Absolutely perfect! That's the precise structure for an MLA podcast episode entry!" Jamie affirms, as 'MLA PODCAST VERIFIED' illuminates the screen. "You correctly identified the specific episode as being 'contained' within the series, and included all necessary details. You've completed all the MLA challenges! The Aether AI's MLA protocols are now fully operational!"
Choices:
[[Return to the main console. |MainHub]] "Not quite," Jamie says, shaking their head. "You've cited the overall podcast series, but you're missing the specific episode title. In MLA, for a specific episode, both the episode title (in quotes) and the series title (italicized, as its container) are crucial. The AI can't pinpoint the exact source without it. Give it another try!"
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptMLAPodcast]]
"Hold on," Jamie says, pointing to the screen. "You've only included information for the overall podcast series, and you're missing the crucial episode title as well as the platform and URL. This isn't enough information to identify a specific episode in MLA. Re-evaluate what information is necessary."
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptMLAPodcast]]
"Let's re-examine this podcast episode citation for MLA," Jamie prompts. "Remember the specific order and formatting for podcast episodes, especially how MLA distinguishes between the episode and the overall series, and what other key descriptors are needed."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine a podcast player interface.
Podcast Series Title: The History Hunters
Episode Title: The Lost Library of Alexandria: Fact or Fiction?
Host: Dr. Anya Sharma
Date: October 26, 2023
Platform: Spotify
URL: https://example.com/history-hunters-alexandria (A mock URL for a Spotify episode)
Challenge: Which of the following MLA components are essential for citing this podcast episode?
Choices:
[[Host (if relevant), "Episode Title," Podcast Series Title, seasonepisode number (if applicable), Publisher/Platform, Date, URL |ChallengeMLAPodcastCorrect]]
[[Podcast Series Title, Host, Date, URL |ChallengeMLAPodcastIncorrectNoEpisodeTitle]]
[[Host, Podcast Series Title, Date |ChallengeMLAPodcastIncorrectOnlySeries]] "Absolutely perfect! That's the precise structure for a Chicago book bibliography entry," Jamie affirms, as 'CHICAGO BOOK VERIFIED' illuminates the screen. "Including the place of publication is a Chicago hallmark. You're doing great! Now, for a journal article in Chicago. The AI is struggling to correctly format the unique identifiers like volume, issue, and page range for this style."
Choices:
[[Continue. |ChicagoChallengeJournal]]"Not quite," Jamie says, shaking their head. "You've missed a key component for Chicago style! The place of publication is almost always included in Chicago bibliography entries for books, typically before the publisher. The AI relies on this full detail. Give it another try!"
Choices:
[[Try again|ReattemptChicagoBook]]"Hold on," Jamie says, pointing to the screen. "You've included page numbers in your bibliography entry. While page numbers are used in Chicago footnotes or endnotes, they are generally not included in the bibliography entry for an entire book. The AI is getting confused by this unnecessary detail. Re-evaluate what information is necessary for a bibliography."
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptChicagoBook]]"Next up for Chicago: a journal article!" Jamie says, pulling up a new file. "Chicago's journal article citations are thorough, just like their book citations. You'll need to know the components for both the footnote/endnote and the bibliography entry. The AI is specifically flagging this article because it can't construct a complete Chicago entry for it."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine the first page of a fictional journal article.
Author: Dr. Carmen Ortiz
Title of Article: Colonial Legacies in Modern Urban Planning
Title of Journal: Journal of Historical Geography
Volume: 45
Issue: 4
Publication Year: 2023
Pages: 310-335
Challenge: For this journal article, which of the following is the correct set of components for a Chicago Notes and Bibliography bibliography entry?
Choices:
[[Author, "Article Title," Journal Title Volume, no. Issue (Publication Year): Page range. |ChallengeChicagoJournalCorrect]]
[[Author, "Article Title," Journal Title Volume, no. Issue (Publication Year): Page range, URL. |ChallengeChicagoJournalIncorrectURL]]
[[Author, "Article Title," Journal Title Volume, no. Issue (Publication Year). |ChallengeChicagoJournalIncorrectNoPages]]"Let's re-examine this book citation for Chicago," Jamie prompts. "Remember the specific order and formatting for books, especially how Chicago prioritizes detailed publication information in its bibliography."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine the title page of a fictional book.
Author: Dr. Benjamin Lee
Title: The Quiet Revolution: Micro-Histories of Everyday Life
Publisher: Archway Books
Place of Publication: New York, NY
Publication Year: 2020
Challenge: Which of the following correctly identifies all the components for a Chicago Notes and Bibliography bibliography entry?
Choices:
[[Author, Title of Book, Place of Publication: Publisher, Publication Year. |ChallengeChicagoBookCorrect]]
[[Author, Title of Book, Publisher, Publication Year. |ChallengeChicagoBookIncorrectNoPlace]]
[[Author, Title of Book, Place of Publication: Publisher, Publication Year, Page numbers. |ChallengeChicagoBookIncorrectPages]]"Fantastic! That's the perfect Chicago bibliography entry for a journal article," Jamie praises, as 'CHICAGO JOURNAL VERIFIED' glows on the display. "Including the full page range in the bibliography is a key Chicago detail. Next Chicago challenge: a webpage. The AI is struggling with identifying publication dates versus access dates for online sources."
Choices:
[[Continue. |ChicagoChallengeWeb]]"Not quite," Jamie says, shaking their head. "You've included a URL for a standard journal article. While URLs are needed for online-only sources or if explicitly requested, for a standard journal article with volume, issue, and page numbers, Chicago typically prefers not to include a URL in the bibliography unless it's an online-only journal or from a specific, non-database website. The AI is expecting a more concise identification. Give it another try!"
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptChicagoJournal]]"Hold on," Jamie says, pointing to the screen. "You've missed the page range for the article! In Chicago, the full page range for the article (not just the specific page cited) is a crucial component for a journal article bibliography entry. The AI needs this for proper indexing. Re-evaluate what information is necessary."
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptChicagoJournal]]
"Now for a Chicago webpage!" Jamie says, pulling up a browser interface. "Citing web pages in Chicago style requires careful attention to dates, particularly whether you have a publication date or an access date. The AI is flagging many of our archived web pages because it's mixing these up or omitting crucial details. You need to identify the essential components for a Chicago Notes and Bibliography bibliography entry for this webpage."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine a webpage on a computer screen.
Author: Dr. Lena Kapoor
Date Published/Last Modified: January 20, 2023
Title of Page: The Ethics of AI in Healthcare
Title of Website: Digital Futures Institute
URL: https://digitalfuturesinstitute.org/ai-ethics
Challenge: For this webpage, which of the following is the correct set of components for a Chicago Notes and Bibliography bibliography entry?
Choices:
[[Author, "Title of page", Website Name, Date, URL. |ChallengeChicagoWebCorrect]]
[[Author, "Title of page", Website Name, URL, Accessed Date. |ChallengeChicagoWebIncorrectAccessDate]]
[["Title of page", Website Name, Date, URL. |ChallengeChicagoWebIncorrectNoAuthor]]"Let's re-examine this journal article citation for Chicago," Jamie prompts. "Remember the specific order and formatting for journal articles, especially how Chicago uses volume, issue, and page range."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine the first page of a fictional journal article.
Author: Dr. Carmen Ortiz
Title of Article: Colonial Legacies in Modern Urban Planning
Title of Journal: Journal of Historical Geography
Volume: 45
Issue: 4
Publication Year: 2023
Pages: 310-335
Challenge: For this journal article, which of the following is the correct set of components for a Chicago Notes and Bibliography bibliography entry?
Choices:
[[Author, "Article Title," Journal Title Volume, no. Issue (Publication Year): Page range. |ChallengeChicagoJournalCorrect]]
[[Author, "Article Title," Journal Title Volume, no. Issue (Publication Year): Page range, URL. |ChallengeChicagoJournalIncorrectURL]]
[[Author, "Article Title," Journal Title Volume, no. Issue (Publication Year). |ChallengeChicagoJournalIncorrectNoPages]]"Excellent! That's the correct Chicago structure for a webpage!" Jamie confirms, as 'CHICAGO WEBPAGE VERIFIED' appears on the screen. "You correctly prioritized the publication date over an access date when available, and included the necessary elements in the right format. One final Chicago challenge: an online video. The AI is still struggling with integrating video specifics into Chicago's format."
Choices:
[[Continue. |ChicagoChallengeOnlineVideo]]"Not quite," Jamie says, shaking their head. "In Chicago, if a publication or last modified date is available for a webpage, you should use that rather than an access date. Access dates are typically only used if no other date is available. The AI is still getting confused by this distinction. Give it another try!"
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptChicagoWeb]]"Hold on," Jamie says, pointing to the screen. "You're missing the author! While some web pages might not have an obvious individual author, if one is provided (as it is here), it should always come first in a Chicago bibliography entry. The AI needs this crucial information. Re-evaluate what information is necessary."
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptChicagoWeb]]"Finally for Chicago: an online video!" Jamie announces. "Online videos are increasingly used as sources, and Chicago has specific ways of handling them, often prioritizing retrievability. The AI is specifically struggling with how to properly cite this video for a Chicago entry, particularly distinguishing it from an entire website."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine an online video player for a documentary.
Creator/Director: Aliyah Jenkins
Title of Video: Hidden Histories: The Underground Railroad in New York
Platform: Vimeo
Date Uploaded: April 20, 2022
Length: 45 minutes and 30 seconds `(`45:30`)`
URL: https://vimeo.com/hidden-histories-NY (A mock Vimeo URL)
Challenge: Which of the following Chicago Notes and Bibliography components are essential for citing this online video?
Choices:
[[Creator, "Title of Video," Filming/Upload Date, Platform/Website, Video Length, URL. |ChallengeChicagoVideoCorrect]]
[[ Creator, "Title of Video," Filming/Upload Date, Platform/Website, URL. |ChallengeChicagoVideoIncorrectNoLength]]
[[Title of Video, URL, Date Uploaded. |ChallengeChicagoVideoIncorrectOnlyTitle]]"Let's re-examine this webpage citation for Chicago," Jamie prompts. "Remember the specific formatting for webpages, especially how Chicago prioritizes publication dates and includes all available components."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine a webpage on a computer screen.
Author: Dr. Lena Kapoor
Date Published/Last Modified: January 20, 2023
Title of Page: The Ethics of AI in Healthcare
Title of Website: Digital Futures Institute
URL: https://digitalfuturesinstitute.org/ai-ethics
Challenge: For this webpage, which of the following is the correct set of components for a Chicago Notes and Bibliography bibliography entry?
Choices:
[[Author, "Title of page", Website Name, Date, URL. |ChallengeChicagoWebCorrect]]
[[Author, "Title of page", Website Name, URL, Accessed Date. |ChallengeChicagoWebIncorrectAccessDate]]
[["Title of page", Website Name, Date, URL. |ChallengeChicagoWebIncorrectNoAuthor]]"Excellent! That's the perfect Chicago bibliography entry for an online video!" Jamie praises, as 'CHICAGO ONLINE VIDEO VERIFIED' glows on the display. "You correctly included the creator, title, date, platform, and even the video length, which is a great detail for online videos in Chicago. You've completed all the Chicago challenges! The Aether AI's Chicago protocols are now fully operational!"
Choices:
[[Return to the main console. |MainHub]] "Not quite," Jamie says, shaking their head. "You've missed an important detail for Chicago online video citations: the video's length! While not always mandatory, Chicago highly recommends including the length (e.g., 45:30) to help readers locate the content. The AI is looking for thoroughness. Give it another try!"
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptChicagoVideo]]"Hold on," Jamie says, pointing to the screen. "You've missed several key components! While the title is there, Chicago requires the creator, platform, and video length to fully identify an online video. This is too sparse for a complete bibliography entry. Re-evaluate what information is necessary."
Choices:
[[Try again. |ReattemptChicagoVideo]]"Let's re-examine this online video citation for Chicago," Jamie prompts. "Remember the specific order and formatting for online videos, especially how Chicago aims for comprehensive details to help readers locate the source."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine an online video player for a documentary.
Creator/Director: Aliyah Jenkins
Title of Video: Hidden Histories: The Underground Railroad in New York
Platform: Vimeo
Date Uploaded: April 20, 2022
Length: 45 minutes and 30 seconds `(`45:30`)`
URL: https://vimeo.com/hidden-histories-NY (A mock Vimeo URL)
Challenge: Which of the following Chicago Notes and Bibliography components are essential for citing this online video?
Choices:
[[Creator, "Title of Video," Filming/Upload Date, Platform/Website, Video Length, URL. |ChallengeChicagoVideoCorrect]]
[[ Creator, "Title of Video," Filming/Upload Date, Platform/Website, URL. |ChallengeChicagoVideoIncorrectNoLength]]
[[Title of Video, URL, Date Uploaded. |ChallengeChicagoVideoIncorrectOnlyTitle]]Jamie explains the concept of Authorship: "Authorship refers to the individual, group, or organization responsible for creating the content of a source. In academic citation, correctly identifying the author is crucial because it allows readers to verify the credibility and expertise of the information. It helps establish accountability for the content and allows researchers to properly attribute ideas, giving credit where it's due and avoiding plagiarism."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: A brief on-screen text summarizes: Authorship: Who created it? Establishes Credibility & Accountability.
"Does that clarify why authorship is so important?"
Choices:
[[Return to the Help menu. |AskForHelp]] Jamie explains the concept of Publication Details: "Publication details encompass information about when and where a source was made public. This includes dates (year, month, day), and sometimes locations (city, publisher). These details are vital because they help readers assess the currency of the information (how new or old it is) and its historical context. Knowing when something was published is especially important in fields where information evolves rapidly. The location can also sometimes indicate the publishing entity's origin or influence."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: A brief on-screen text summarizes: Publication Details: When & Where? Establishes Currency & Context.
"Does this help you understand the importance of publication details?"
Choices:
[[Return to the Help menu. |AskForHelp]] Jamie explains the concept of Source Types: "Identifying the specific type of source – whether it's a book, a journal article, a webpage, a podcast, or a video – is fundamental because each type often has unique formatting requirements across different citation styles. For instance, a book citation will include a publisher, but a journal article won't. A webpage might have a URL and an access date, which a print book wouldn't. Knowing the source type ensures you apply the correct rules for a complete and accurate citation, helping others find your source."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: A brief on-screen text summarizes: Source Type: What kind of source? Dictates Unique Formatting Rules.
"Does that clarify why knowing the source type is so important?"
Choices:
[[Return to the Help menu. |AskForHelp]] Jamie explains the APA 7th edition guidelines for books: "For an APA book reference, you start with the author's last name and initials, followed by the year of publication in parentheses. Then comes the full title of the book, italicized and in sentence case (only the first word of the title, subtitle, and proper nouns are capitalized). If there's an edition, it's included in parentheses after the title, also in sentence case. Finally, list the publisher."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine a simplified diagram showing the typical APA book structure:
Author, A. A. (Year). Title of book (Edition, if applicable). Publisher.
"Now, with that guidance, let's get you back to where you can make a choice, or ask for more specific help."
Choices:
[[Return to the Help menu. |AskForHelp]] Jamie explains the APA 7th edition guidelines for journal articles: "For an APA journal article, you start with the Author's Last Name, First initial(s). Then the (Year of publication). The article title (in sentence case) comes next. Following that is the Journal Title (italicized, title case), then the Volume (italicized), Issue number (in parentheses, not italicized), page range, and finally the DOI (as a URL starting with https://doi.org/)."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine a simplified diagram showing the typical APA journal article structure:
Author, A. A. (Year). Article title. Journal Title, Volume(Issue), Page range. DOI
"Now, with that guidance, let's get you back to where you can make a choice, or ask for more specific help."
Choices:
[[Return to the Help menu. |AskForHelp]] Jamie explains the APA 7th edition guidelines for webpages: "For an APA webpage, you typically start with the Author's Last Name, First initial(s) (or organization name). Then the (Year, Month Day) of publication. The title of the specific webpage comes next (in sentence case, italicized). After that, the Title of the Overall Website (in sentence case, not italicized). Finally, the URL (starting with https://). If no author, move the webpage title to the author position. If no date, use (n.d.)."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine a simplified diagram showing the typical APA webpage structure:
Author, A. A. (Year, Month Day). Title of webpage. Title of Overall Website. URL
"Now, with that guidance, let's get you back to where you can make a choice, or ask for more specific help."
Choices:
[[Return to the Help menu. |AskForHelp]]Jamie explains the APA 7th edition guidelines for podcast episodes: "For an APA podcast episode, you start with the host or creator's name (Last Name, F. M. or Group Name). Then the date of the specific episode in parentheses (Year, Month Day). The title of the episode comes next, italicized and in sentence case. Immediately after the episode title, you include the type descriptor [Audio podcast] in square brackets. Then, the title of the overall podcast series, also italicized and in sentence case. Finally, list the platform (e.g., Spotify, Apple Podcasts) and the URL."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine a simplified diagram showing the typical APA podcast episode structure:
Host, F. M. (Year, Month Day). Episode title [Audio podcast]. Podcast Series Title. Platform. URL
"Now, with that guidance, let's get you back to where you can make a choice, or ask for more specific help."
Choices:
[[Return to the Help menu. |AskForHelp]]Jamie explains the APA 7th edition guidelines for online videos: "For an APA online video, you start with the creator's name (Last Name, F. M. or channel name if no specific author is given) followed by the date of upload in parentheses (Year, Month Day). Then comes the title of the video, italicized and in sentence case. Immediately after the video title, you include the type descriptor [Video] in square brackets. Finally, list the platform (e.g., YouTube, Vimeo) and the URL."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine a simplified diagram showing the typical APA online video structure:
Creator, A. A. (Year, Month Day). Video title [Video]. Platform. URL
"Now, with that guidance, let's get you back to where you can make a choice, or ask for more specific help."
Choices:
[[Return to the Help menu. |AskForHelp]] Jamie explains the MLA 9th edition guidelines for books: "For an MLA book in the Works Cited list, you start with the Author's Last Name, First Name. Then the Title of book (italicized). Next is the Publisher, followed by the Publication Year. That's it! MLA streamlines this, omitting things like the place of publication for most standard books."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine a simplified diagram showing the typical MLA book structure:
Author. Title of book. Publisher, Publication Year.
"Now, with that guidance, let's get you back to where you can make a choice, or ask for more specific help."
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[[Return to the Help menu. |AskForHelp]]Jamie explains the MLA 9th edition guidelines for journal articles: "For an MLA journal article, you start with the Author's Last Name, First Name. Then, the 'Title of article' in quotation marks. Next is the Title of journal (italicized), followed by the Volume, Issue (often abbreviated as 'no. '), the Publication Year, and finally the Page range."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine a simplified diagram showing the typical MLA journal article structure:
Author. "Title of article." Title of journal, vol. Volume, no. Issue, Publication Year, pp. Page range.
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[[Return to the Help menu. |AskForHelp]]Jamie explains the MLA 9th edition guidelines for webpages: "For an MLA webpage, you start with the Author's Last Name, First Name. Then, the 'Title of the specific page or article' in quotation marks. Next is the Title of the overall Website in italics, followed by the Date of publication (Day Month Year). Finally, the URL."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine a simplified diagram showing the typical MLA webpage structure:
Author. "Title of specific page." Title of Website, Day Month Year, URL.
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Jamie explains the MLA 9th edition guidelines for online videos: "For an MLA online video, you start with the Creator's Name (e.g., Last Name, First Name; or Channel Name). Then, the 'Title of the video' in quotation marks. Next is the Platform (like YouTube or Vimeo) in italics as the container. After that, the Date of upload (Day Month Year). Finally, the URL."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine a simplified diagram showing the typical MLA online video structure:
Creator. "Title of video." Platform, Day Month Year, URL.
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[[Return to the Help menu. |AskForHelp]]Jamie explains the MLA 9th edition guidelines for podcast episodes: "For an MLA podcast episode, you start with the Host (if relevant), Last Name, First Name. Then, the 'Episode Title' in quotation marks. Next, the Podcast Series Title in italics (as its container). If applicable, include the season/episode number. Then the Publisher/Platform (e.g., Spotify). The Date (Day Month Year) follows, and finally, the URL."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine a simplified diagram showing the typical MLA podcast episode structure:
Host. "Episode Title." Podcast Series Title, season/episode number (if applicable), Publisher/Platform, Day Month Year, URL.
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[[Return to the Help menu. |AskForHelp]] Jamie explains the Chicago 17th edition guidelines for books: "For a Chicago Notes and Bibliography bibliography entry for a book, you start with the Author's Last Name, First Name. Then the Title of Book (italicized). Next, the Place of Publication, followed by a colon and the Publisher, and finally the Publication Year, ending with a period. Chicago is very precise with its publication details!"
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine a simplified diagram showing the typical Chicago book structure:
Author. Title of Book. Place of Publication: Publisher, Publication Year.
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[[Return to the Help Menu |AskForHelp]] Jamie explains the Chicago 17th edition guidelines for journal articles: "For a Chicago Notes and Bibliography bibliography entry for a journal article, you start with the Author's Last Name, First Name. Then, the 'Article Title' in quotation marks. Next is the Journal Title (italicized). Then the Volume, followed by 'no.' and the Issue number (e.g., '45, no. 2'). The (Publication Year) comes next, followed by a colon and the Page range for the entire article."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine a simplified diagram showing the typical Chicago journal article structure:
Author. "Article Title." Journal Title Volume, no. Issue (Publication Year): Page range.
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[[Return to the Help menu. |AskForHelp]]Jamie explains the Chicago 17th edition guidelines for webpages: "For a Chicago bibliography entry for a webpage, you start with the Author's Last Name, First Name (if available). Then, the 'Title of the page or article' in quotation marks. Next, the Title of the overall Website in italics. If a publication or last modified date is available (Month Day, Year), use that. Finally, the URL. An access date is only included if no publication/modification date is available, and then it's usually 'Accessed Month Day, Year' before the URL."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine a simplified diagram showing the typical Chicago webpage structure:
Author. "Title of page." Website Name. Month Day, Year. URL.
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[[Return to the Help menu. |AskForHelp]]Jamie explains the Chicago 17th edition guidelines for online videos: "For a Chicago Notes and Bibliography bibliography entry for an online video, you start with the Creator's Last Name, First Name (or channel name if no specific person). Then, the 'Title of Video' in quotation marks. Next, include the Filming/Upload Date (Month Day, Year). Follow that with the Platform/Website (e.g., YouTube, Vimeo). Include the Video Length (e.g., 45:30). Finally, the URL."
TEXT DESCRIPTION: Imagine a simplified diagram showing the typical Chicago online video structure:
Creator. "Title of Video." Filming/Upload Date. Platform/Website. Video Length. URL.
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