JKM Library: Citation: MLA Citation

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MLA Citation Style

The Modern Language Association (MLA) citation style is used for academic papers written primarily in the humanities. Please note that citation styles encompass not only how sources are cited but also how the paper is formatted.

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MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers

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MLA Citation Style Guides

PurdueOWL: MLA Formatting and Style Guide
Use the navigation on the left to find citation by types of sources, sample papers, and more.
MLA Overview & Workshop
An overview of MLA Style with links explaining formatting and elements
Excelsior OWL: MLA Formatting and Style Guide - 9th edition
MLA Style citation and paper formatting. Includes an MLA activity to help you test your knowledge.

MLA Citation Creators

Please note that while citation creators can be helpful and time-saving, they are nevertheless unreliable: Check your citations for correct formatting with one of the MLA citation guides listed above

Zotero
In addition to creating citations, Zotero also provides storage for articles and other information.
Mendeley
In addition to creating citations, this tool provides you a place to store all your research articles and other information.
ZoteroBib
a free service that helps you build a bibliography or make citations instantly from any computer or device, without creating an account or installing any software.