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To create a works cited page using websites and textbooks, follow these steps:

  1. Gather all the necessary information for each source, including the author’s name, title of the source, publication date, website URL, and any other relevant details.

  2. Start with the author’s last name, followed by their first name or initials. If there is no author listed, begin with the title of the source.

  3. For websites, include the title of the webpage or article in quotation marks. If the website has an overall title, include it in italics after the author’s name. If there is no title, use a brief description of the page.

  4. Include the name of the website or organization that published the webpage, followed by the publication date or the date of last update. If neither is available, use the date of access.

  5. For textbooks, include the title of the textbook in italics, followed by the edition number (if applicable) and the publication year.

  6. If you are citing a specific page or section from a textbook, include the page number(s) or section title after the publication year.

  7. For websites, include the URL of the webpage. If the URL is too long, you can use a shortened version or a DOI (Digital Object Identifier) if available.

  8. Arrange the sources in alphabetical order based on the author’s last name. If there is no author, use the title of the source to determine the alphabetical order.

  9. Use hanging indentation for each entry, where the first line is flush left, and subsequent lines are indented.

Here is an example of a works cited page entry for a website:

Smith, John. “The Impact of Climate Change on Biodiversity.” National Geographic, 15 May 2022, www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/climate-change/impact-on-biodiversity/.

And here is an example for a textbook:

Johnson, Mary, and Robert Thompson. Biology: Concepts and Connections. 9th ed., Pearson, 2018, pp. 123-145.

Remember to consult the specific citation style guide (such as MLA, APA, or Chicago) recommended by your instructor or institution for any additional formatting requirements.