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Bibliography
Follow the same setup directives for the pre-bibliography as the Works Cited directives at the bottom of this resource page.
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Sample Outline
The MLA outline should include the small letter "i" as a page number.
This page will precede the first page of your report. Center your title. Below the title provide a thesis statement. Double space and begin your outline, according to the sample PDF below.
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The Modern Language Association (MLA) does not require you to create a cover page when you complete your research paper, but some instructors may require you to have it. A paper with a cover page also looks more professional.
If your instructor requires your paper to have a cover page, he/she usually provides specific instructions on what you should put on the cover page. Here is the general MLA Format cover page:
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Sample Cover Page
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MLA Basic Format Microsoft 2007-10
MLA Basic Setup Word for MAC
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MLA Basic Setup Open Office
MLA Basic Setup Google Drive
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The PowerPoint (right) has samples of internal (in text) and parenthetical citations for MLA. Use the links on the second slide to find explanations and samples for each. The return arrow will bring you back to the menu.
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The citation page requires a slight adjustment in format. The video (right) will show you how to set the format at the end of your paper and how to properly use the citation machine to help you do electronic database sources. Copying and pasting source citations at the bottom of your articles is not advisable because they are not always correct and adhere to MLA guidelines for the latest version-- this includes the one's that say MLA to the right of the citation! If the type of citation you need to do is not offered in the citation machine, you should visit OWL for help, other links below, or buy the MLA handbook at the bookstore.
Links for Citation Samples: Dr. Abel Scribe's Guide Penn State Guide Honolulu CC Guide Ursinus College Sample Guide NW Missouiri St U Guide |
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