A reading list is a list of sources recommended by a lecturer for: reading prior to a lecture or tute, or to provide additional information on a subject or topic
The list can include bibiographic citations to articles, books, book chapters, web sites and many other sources.
What is a bibliographic citation?
A bibliographic citation (or citation) is a reference to a book, article, web site or other published item, with sufficient detail to identify and locate it. A citation style is the technique you are required to use when citing works quoted or referred to in your assignment. A typical list of citations looks something like this.
The format of the citation will depend on the citation style used. The examples in this module will use the Harvard (AGPS) citation style, as recommended for MGT1FOM. You may be required to use different citation styles throughout your university studies at La Trobe. Please verify the required style with your lecturer or tutor.
The most common forms of citations include: books, book chapters, journal articles and electronic resources. Recognising the information type will determine: how you go about finding it, and how you cite an item at the end of your essay or assignment
The Library Catalogue contains records for all resources held or accessible at your La Trobe University Libraries. This includes printed or electronic books, journals and audiovisual material, such as dvds.
Searching for Reserve listings
Definition: A Reserve list contains important readings or resources for a specific subject. It can include:
Core and prescribed texts available in the Library
An online list of linked journal articles
Audiovisual materials
How to check if there is a Reserve list for your subject:
1. Select the Catalogue tab if not already selected.
2. Change the drop down box from All Collections to Reserve: by Subject Code on the Library’s web page (http://www.lib.latrobe.edu.au)
3. Enter