Links on MLA Style

Slate Citation Machine A javascript program that generates official citation entries for a Works Cited page; takes the mystery, detail, and tediousness out of creating MLA citation entries so that even the simplest of writers can create correct or almost correct MLA citations. (By David Warlick, The Landmark Project).

"Cross-referencing: Using MLA Citation" (.ppt) A presentation of 24 visually animated slides offering an excellent introduction and overview to MLA documentation; includes detailed instruction about preparing the Works Cited page as well as using parenthetical in-text citation. (By Jennifer Liethen Kunka, Purdue University.)

"MLA Electronic Source Citation" (.ppt) A 22 slide presentation focusing specifically on the formatting of electronic sources for the Works Cited page; uses visual snapshots of websites and other sources to demonstrate documentation for a variety of e-sources. (By Ken Meyers, The American University of Cairo.)

"An Introduction to MLA Documentation" (.doc) A quick three-page explanation of parenthetical in-text citation as well as common citation entry formats for the Works Cited page; also includes a sample Works Cited page with various entries. (By Ken Meyers, The American University in Cairo).

"Research and Documentation Online" Probably the most comprehensive and best organized resource for MLA citation on the web; contains jump menu with instructions on documenting 56 different types of sources! The homepage is divided into four different subject categories and provides information on finding as well as documenting sources. Use the humanities section and be sure to check out her sample paper. (By Diana Hacker, Prince George's Community College and Bedford St. Martin's).

"Frequently Asked Questions About MLA Style" Provides answers to common questions students ask about MLA, including how to cite material from the web, why angle brackets are recommended, how many spaces should appear in between items in citations, and so on. This is the official site of the Modern Language Association (MLA), but since they want you to buy their book, they haven't made too much information available online. (By the Modern Language Association).