Reading and Writing Citations

Includes a component on retrieving items from the library Read More

Group Presentation on MLA Style

Motivates careful engagement with MLA guidelines Read More

Mapping Your Use of the MLA Handbook

Designed to be used with a research essay assignment Read More

Quiz: Part 1 of Handbook

Motivates careful student reading, provides a framework for discussion Read More

Real-Life versus Digital Sources: Documenting a Museum Visit

Covers visual and textual sources encountered firsthand and online Read More

Using Citation Generators

Helps students identify and correct errors in works-cited-list entries Read More

Blog Post about Citation Practice

Gives students experience citing works in unusual formats Read More

How do I cite a résumé or a curriculum vitae?

A résumé or a curriculum vitae is a unique type of source that is usually untitled and often undated. You may include the word résumé… Read More

Should URLs be linked in works-cited-list entries?

Whether to link a URL, DOI, or permalink in a works-cited-list entry for a work published or submitted in digital format is optional. The MLA… Read More

Can an MLA list of works cited be divided into subheads like “primary sources” and “secondary sources”?

Subheads are not necessary in works-cited lists for most student work or essay-length publications but can be useful in some lengthy or complex publications geared… Read More