MLA Style

When you sit down to write an essay, research paper, or any research-based project for a class, you want to do as well as possible. Knowing what topic to write about, however, is only half the process. You also need to know how to write that paper, and what rules and guidelines to follow to make sure you earn as many points as possible. In this lesson, you will learn the rules of formatting and citations of the MLA (Modern Language Association) Style, which is most commonly used in literature and humanities courses.

Essential Questions

• What is the purpose of a style guide, and why is it important?
• What are the rules of MLA Style?