MLA and APA Formatting Essentials

This video tutorial explains the differences between MLA and APA formatting styles. It covers similarities such as margins, font, and spacing, and highlights differences in title pages, headers, abstract pages, and citation lists. MLA uses a works cited list, while APA uses a references list. The video also mentions additional resources for more detailed guidance on in-text citations and references.

What is the main focus of the video?

• Common grammar mistakes

• The history of academic writing

• How to write a research paper

• Differences between MLA and APA formatting styles

Which font and size are used in both MLA and APA styles?

• Times New Roman, 12-point

• Calibri, 10-point

• Arial, 11-point

• Courier New, 14-point

What is a common feature of paragraph formatting in both MLA and APA?

• Triple spacing

• Single spacing

• No indentation

• Indenting the first line

What is a key difference in the title page between APA and MLA?

• Both require a title page

• Neither requires a title page

• MLA includes a title page; APA does not

• APA includes a title page; MLA does not

Where is the student's name placed in an MLA formatted paper?

• On the title page

• In the header

• At the top left of the first page

• In the footer

Which style does not require a title page?

• APA

• MLA

• Both APA and MLA

• Neither APA nor MLA

What does the header in an APA paper include?

• The paper title in all caps and page number

• The course name and page number

• The professor's name and page number

• The student's name and page number

What is the 'Running head' in APA papers?

• A summary of the paper

• The course title

• The author's name

• A short title in the header of the title page

What is the purpose of an abstract in APA papers?

• To provide a detailed analysis

• To summarize the paper's content

• To list references

• To introduce the author

Is an abstract required in MLA papers?

• Only if the teacher requests it

• Yes, always

• No, never

• Only for long papers