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Submit an Essay to “Writing with MLA Style”

The Modern Language Association seeks submissions from students of exemplary research papers written in MLA style for publication in “Writing with MLA Style,” a collection… Read More

Formatting Your Research Project

To learn how to set up your research project in MLA format, visit our free sample chapter on MLA Handbook Plus, the only authorized subscription-based digital… Read More

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How do I format a quotation of song lyrics?

Format a quotation of song lyrics the same way you would format a quotation of poetry. Read More

Teaching Resources

Get resources below for teaching research, writing, and MLA documentation style prepared by MLA staff members and other educators. Interested in submitting a teaching resource? We’d… Read More

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Introducing Lateral Reading before Research

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Dinosaurs and MLA Style

Malaprops and Other Near Misses

Than or Then: Which One Should You Use?

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Should I capitalize the names of birds?

Many common English-language bird names consist of nouns or of adjectives followed by generic terms, such as eagle and sparrow. The editorial guidelines of organizations… Read More

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When must I indicate that a translation is my own?

MLA style requires that writers provide translations of quoted passages, terms, and titles in languages other than English (or other than the language in which… Read More

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What’s new in the third edition of the MLA Guide to Digital Literacy?

The third edition of one of the MLA’s best-selling classroom guides, now updated with AI guidance, helps students understand why digital literacy is a crucial skill for their… Read More