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How to Cite Wikipedia in CSE (8th edition)

Learn how to cite Wikipedia articles and wiki entries in CSE format (8th edition). This guide includes the reference list format, in-text citation examples, and key formatting rules.

CSE Reference List Format

Here is the standard CSE format for citing Wikipedia in your reference list:

Title of article [Internet]. Wikipedia; [modified Year Mon Day; cited Year Mon Day]. Available from: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Title_of_article.

CSE In-Text Citation

Use one of these formats when referencing this source within your paper:

Parenthetical

(Wikipedia 2024)

Narrative

Wikipedia (2024) notes...

Key CSE Formatting Rules

  • Give the article title with an [Internet] designator, then Wikipedia.
  • Add a [modified] date and a [cited] date in brackets.
  • End with 'Available from:' and the URL.
  • Use the name-year or citation-sequence system consistently with the rest of your paper.

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your Wikipedia.
  2. Format the reference: Arrange the elements following the CSE (8th edition) 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 CSE requirements.

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