How do you cite a linguistics corpus?
When you cite information found in a linguistics corpus—that is, a collection of texts used for linguistic analysis—follow the MLA format template. Usually the… Read More
Be Skeptical When You Read Your First Draft
At the core of what an editor does lies a skeptical frame of mind Read More
How do I cite nonconsecutive lines from a poem like Homer’s The Odyssey?
The order of information in your citations should always match the order in which you present information in your text. Thus, when you cite nonconsecutive… Read More
If I cite a passage that contains numerous quotations from other sources, how do I let my reader know the original sources of the quotations?
You are not obligated to tell your reader the original sources of the quotations. Nor should you include any note numbers or parenthetical documentation from… Read More
How do I cite an interview published in a collection of interviews if the interview was conducted by the book’s author?
Follow the MLA format template. List the interviewee as the author, followed by the title of the chapter in which the interview appears. List… Read More
Analyzing Rhetorical Appeals: A Lesson for College Students
A lesson for college students on rhetorical appeals Read More
How do I cite a grant proposal?
How you cite a grant proposal depends on where you found it. As always, follow the MLA format template and list the information provided in… Read More
Is WordPress a container?
No. WordPress is a software tool that allows users to create websites. While a website (like The MLA Style Center) is a container, the underlying… Read More
Addressing Misconceptions about Plagiarism in Writing by L2 Writers
Educators should explain to L2 writers the meaning of plagiarism in Western academia Read More
How do I list on my CV a presentation for a conference that was canceled?
If the conference that accepted your presentation was canceled, you may list the presentation on your CV under a header such as “Accepted Papers” or… Read More