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Freshman Orientation- Library Resources: MLA Style

Video tutorial and quiz regarding library resources.

Who should use the MLA Citation Style?

 MLA

The MLA (Modern Language Association) Style is generally used by the following disciplines: 

  • English
  • Literature
  • Religion
  • Humanities
  • Art
  • Philosophy

What is MLA Style?

MLA Style is a standardized format for writing that has been established by the Modern Language Association.

It is generally used within disciplines related to language and literature, and other humanities disciplines.

MLA Style refers to:

  • the format & structure of your paper.
  • how you cite other authors in text.
  • how you compile a Works Cited page at the end of your paper.

Online Sources for MLA Style

MLA style citations

Sample MLA papers

Sample papers on how to format your paper according to MLA guidelines:

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