Works-Cited-List Peer Grading

Students gain familiarity with the details of a works-cited list Read More

Editing In-Text Citations

A hands-on editing activity Read More

If I’m citing an entire play reprinted in an anthology, does it appear in italics?

Yes. As the MLA Handbook explains, the title of an independent work (that is, a work that usually stands alone, such as a play, novel,… Read More

How do I cite the program of a theater performance?

To cite the program of a theater performance, follow the MLA format template. Begin with a description of the program as the title and… Read More

Commas, Conjunctions, and Modifiers

Many writers have trouble deciding where to place commas in these types of sentences . . . Read More

Documenting Legal Works in MLA Style

Learn how to document legal works in MLA style with our comprehensive guidelines . . . Read More

To Splice or Not to Splice?

Writers should generally not use a comma to connect two independent clauses . . . Read More

Comma Sense

Some commas are needed to prevent misreading, some are harmful, and others are optional Read More

Effective Signposting

Get tips on building signposts to help articulate the structure of your argument . . . Read More

Don’t Bury the Lede

Burying the lede may test the patience of your readers Read More