(ILA) Lesson Topic 2: MLA Format

Lesson Topic 2: MLA Format

It is important to format all essays you write for this course and for any English class in MLA format. MLA stands for the Modern Language Association, and it provides writers with a guideline for formatting manuscripts and a system for citing outside sources. Please view the following video which will give you an overview of MLA format. As you review the information, please take notes on the specific formatting rules.

Here is a self-assessment you can complete to test your knowledge on MLA format. Let's see how much you remember from the presentation!

It is also important to know where to go if and when you have questions about MLA format. The Online Writing Lab at Purdue University provides a wealth of information on MLA format. These resources will be of great assistance to you as you begin to incorporate these rules into your formal writing.

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