MLA (Content)

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• What is MLA citation style?
• 8th edition changes
• The core elements
• MLA handouts
• Sample MLA formatted papers
• Formatting the hanging indent
• Tutorials
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• Related guides

MLA citation style is a set of rules created by the Modern Language Association that establishes standards of written communication (college research papers; articles, books and other documents submitted for publication) including: formatting and page layout writing style citing sources MLA citation style is often used in the following classes/fields: English Cultural Studies We keep a copy of the handbook at the Library Reference Desk at all three Reynolds campuses.

Important Note

Always check with your instructor on what format specifications to use for a particular class or assignment, especially when citing online resources including material found in library databases.

Credit

This guide was adapted from the MLA Style 8th Edition pages in the Citation Styles Playbook created by Piedmont Virginia Community College Library.

Works Cited

Woetzel, Denise. “Research Guides: Citation Style: MLA: In Text & Parenthetical Citations.” In Text & Parenthetical Citations - Citation Style: MLA - Research Guides at J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College, 23 Sept. 2019, libguides.reynolds.edu/c.php?g=535461&p=3663645.