When performing written work, do not forget about the competent compilation of a list of sources and literature used. This section, following the presentation of the main material, is carefully reviewed by teachers. However, not all students understand how sources differ from literature. Let's try to find out.
Why is it so important to get the list right
The final touches will take a lot of work. Why is it necessary to be very responsible when writing this list? First, it gives an idea of the very volume of the material studied. Secondly, the instructor checks if there are familiar authors on the list and if the sources and literature are authoritative. Thirdly, this section shows how conscientiously the author treated the design of his work.
Comparison
The above list is drawn up according to certain rules. However, let us return to the question of the difference between sources and literature. It is worth noting here that in a broad sense, any material that was used in writing the work can be called an information source.
But if it is necessary to make a distinction, then the group "sources" should include everything that is not literature. These are, for example, some archival materials, official documents, photographs (old or made with one's own hand), videos, art reproductions, reviews left at exhibitions, interviews, personal diaries, etc.
All data on the materials used are recorded in the list according to the requirements. If, say, actual information was contained in a television program, then the exact time of its broadcast and the corresponding channel should be indicated. Sources are sometimes also referred to as website pages. In other cases, they are identified in a separate category "Internet Resources".
Considering the difference between sources and literature, let us dwell on materials of the second type. What should be classified as literature? These are encyclopedias, textbooks, works from the category of monographs, journal articles on the topic under study, anthologies, collections where authors express their thoughts.
It should be borne in mind that literary materials remain as such regardless of the media on which they are placed. Information of this type can contain not only books or other printed publications, but also flash cards, CDs, magnetic tapes and other similar objects.
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