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Works-cited lists typically do not contain entries for websites as a whole. Entries should refer to the specific web page or resource that contains the… Read More
Works-cited lists typically do not contain entries for websites as a whole. Entries should refer to the specific web page or resource that contains the… Read More
The source in the footnote might be better placed in the text, because MLA style uses in-text citations to refer to individual sources. See section… Read More
Designed to be used with a research essay assignment Read More
No. You do not need to mention an author’s name in your prose before citing the author in a parenthetical citation. Surnames alone are used… Read More
Use either the first few words of the name or, if not cumbersome, the entity’s initials. For example, Institute of Medicine (US) Standing Committee on… Read More
To cite an infographic, follow the MLA format template. If the infographic does not have an official title, provide a description of it. If you… Read More
The MLA Style Center now has even more style! In response to user feedback, we’ve redesigned the site to make it easier to navigate and… Read More
To cite a patent, follow the MLA format template. List the owner of the patent in the “Author” slot, the title of the patent or… Read More
Films are collaborative works, so how you cite them depends on the focus of your discussion. If you are focusing on the director’s choices, begin… Read More
It depends on whether the theory can be considered common knowledge. When you discuss a complex mathematical theory, you should cite a source that explains… Read More