How to Cite an Online Course in Nature (current)

Learn how to cite online courses and MOOCs (Coursera, edX, Udemy, FutureLearn) in Nature format (current). This guide includes the reference list format, in-text citation examples, and key formatting rules.

Nature Reference List Format

Here is the standard Nature format for citing an online course in your reference list:

Nature Example for an Online Course

A complete Nature reference for an online course, formatted by the official Nature CSL style definition — the same engine that powers the generator on this site:

Matching in-text citation: 1

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your online course.
2. Format the reference: Arrange the elements following the Nature (current) template shown above.
3. Create the in-text citation: Add a parenthetical or narrative citation in your paper where you reference this source.
4. Add to your reference list: Include the full formatted citation at the end of your paper.
5. Double-check formatting: Verify italics, punctuation, capitalization, and hanging indents match Nature requirements.

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