Resources

Referencing Tutorials on D2L

Whether you’re brand new to referencing or you want a refresher, these 90-minute tutorials are for you! These self-paced tutorials on APA and MLA cover the same content as our live referencing workshops—why citation is important along with the basics of citing in text and in a list at the end of your work.

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Academic Integrity Training on D2L

You’ve probably heard your instructors emphasize expectations around academic integrity, but do you have a clear understanding of what academic integrity actually is? How is it related to academic misconduct? And how does plagiarism fit in?

This 60-minute online training includes videos, sample scenarios, and questions to test your understanding. Completing this introductory training will strengthen your understanding of why academic integrity is vital to our MRU community, explain how it’s defined in the MRU policy, and help you feel more confident when making decisions related to your academic work.

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Learn 5 techniques successful presenters use to build your confidence and make your presentations powerful. 
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Find resources to help you with different parts of the writing and editing process.
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