How do I quote dialogue in a film or TV show?
To quote dialogue in a film or TV show, follow the MLA guidelines for drama, interviews, and other written sources representing dialogue with… Read More
When documenting works in Spanish in a paper in English (or vice versa), which language should I use for labels like edited by?
Entries in the works-cited list should be in the language of the paper as a whole. If your paper is in English, these… Read More
Dinosaurs and MLA Style
This post explains how to use taxonomic nomenclature when writing about dinosaurs. Read More
Malaprops and Other Near Misses
This post explains the concept of the malaprop along with other linguistic near misses Read More
How do I cite a video embedded in an article?
When it comes to citing a video embedded in an online article, you have options. One option is to create a works-cited-list entry for the… Read More
Is there a poster of the MLA template of core elements I can use in my classroom?
Yes! Download and print our new poster of the MLA core elements for your classroom! Let us know what other classroom materials on… Read More
How do I cite a Wikimedia picture of an artwork?
To cite an image of an artwork in a database like Wikimedia, treat the database as the container of… Read More
How do I cite course materials?
You can cite course materials using the MLA template of core elements. This post summarizes answers to some of the key questions students ask… Read More
How does the Manual MLA, the new Spanish adaptation of the MLA Handbook, recommend styling the titles of works?
The Manual MLA offers comprehensive guidance on all elements of MLA style for writers of research papers and… Read More
Than or Then: Which One Should You Use?
Learn the difference between then and than. Read More
