MLAFormatforResearchWritingMLA格式的研究写作

Let's Practice Parenthetical Citation!
? What would be the proper way to use parenthetical citation for each of the following sources in this sample Works Cited page?
? Double-spaced
? Hanging indent ? Separate, last page of
essay ? Arranged
alphabetically
Were You Paying Attention????
? What is the purpose of a Works Cited page? ? How is a Works Cited page arranged? ? What is a hanging indent? ? Where does the Works Cited page appear in your
? Format widely adopted by schools, literary journals, magazines, and newsletters across North America, Brazil, China, India, Japan, Taiwan, and other countries throughout the world
We're Almost Finished…..
? Do you have any remaining questions?????
In Conclusion…
? You will be expected to apply MLA Style Format to every formal essay you write from now on….
to apply to the first page of your essay?
Main Element #2: Works
Cited (a.k.a Bibliography)
? List of sources cited within your essay
? Specific format for every type of source (I.e. book, website, interview, magazine, etc.)
exist (as is the case for web sites), use the first item of information listed in your Works Cited entry for that source for your parenthetical citation ? Citations should appear at the end of the sentence where you have included info. from an outside source
MLA Format for Research Writing
Yes, it's boring, but you've GOT to know it!!!!!!!
What is MLA Style
Format?
? Standard format for writingபைடு நூலகம்that includes research
? Provides a highly structured method for documenting outside sources used within your writing
What are the Main Elements of an essay formatted in MLA Style
Main Element #1: First Page
Formatting Necessities
? Header (top right--last name and page number)
? Heading (top left--Your Name, Teacher's Name, Course Name, Date)
? Title (no special formatting besides being centered)
? Double-spaced throughout
Let's Review…
In your own words…. -What is MLA Format? -Why do we use MLA Format? -What are the specific formatting elements you need
? First page formatting necessities
? Works Cited
? Parenthetical Citation (also known as Parenthetical References, or Parenthetical Documentation)
Are You Confused Yet?
? MUST be used for direct quotes, AND for paraphrasing or summarizing information from an outside source
Parenthetical Citation, continued
? General format is (Author last name and page #). ? When no author is given, or page numbers do not
essay?
Main Element #3: Parenthetical Citation
? Specifically notes WHERE in your essay you have used a source from your Works Cited page
? MUST be used whenever you have a Works Cited page