Loppulähdeluettelossa

Loppulähdeluettelossa refers to the end-of-document bibliography section in Finnish academic writing. It is a list that provides full bibliographic details for sources that informed the work, enabling readers to locate the materials and verify information. The exact purpose and scope can vary by discipline and institutional guidelines, but the core function is to document sources in a consolidated, accessible form.

The section is typically placed at the end of the document, after the main text and any appendices. Its contents can range from sources that are explicitly cited in the text to additional works consulted during the research process. The format and labeling are governed by the chosen citation style (for example APA, Chicago, or MLA) or by faculty guidelines, which also influence ordering and punctuation.

Entries in a loppulähdeluettelo generally include standard bibliographic elements. For books: author, year, title, edition (if relevant), place of publication and publisher. For journal articles: author, year, article title, journal name, volume, issue, and page numbers. For online sources: author or organization, year, title, URL, and access date; a DOI may be used when available. Alphabetical ordering by the surname of the first author is common, though some styles may use numerical order or other arrangements.

In Finnish academic practice, the loppulähdeluettelo supports transparency and replicability by providing a clear trail to sources. While the exact presentation depends on the chosen style, consistency and accuracy are essential.