MLA in-text citations/works cited page

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What is an in-text citation?

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An in-text citation is a brief reference within the text of a paper that indicates the source of information or ideas, typically including the author's last name and the page number.

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Why is it important to cite sources?

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Citing sources is important to give credit to the original authors, avoid plagiarism, and allow readers to locate the original sources.

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What does MLA stand for?

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MLA stands for Modern Language Association, which is a style guide used for writing and citing sources in academic papers.

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What is a works cited page?

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A works cited page is a list of all the sources that were referenced in a paper, formatted according to MLA guidelines.

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What is a hanging indent in a works cited entry?

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A hanging indent is a formatting style where the first line of a citation is flush left, and subsequent lines are indented.

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When should you use in-text citations?

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You should use in-text citations whenever you quote, paraphrase, or summarize information from a source.

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What is plagiarism?

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Plagiarism is the act of using someone else's work, ideas, or expressions without proper acknowledgment, presenting them as your own.

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How do you format a book citation in MLA style?

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A book citation in MLA style typically includes the author's name, the title of the book in italics, the publisher, and the year of publication.

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What is the purpose of the 'claim' in the CER framework?

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The 'claim' in the CER (Claim, Evidence, Reasoning) framework is a statement or assertion that can be argued or supported with evidence.

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What should you do if you use a source that has no author?

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If a source has no author, you can use the title of the work in place of the author's name in the in-text citation.