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MLA format, established by the Modern Language Association, is widely used in humanities disciplines to maintain consistency and clarity in academic writing. Key components include specific formatting rules, in-text citations, and a Works Cited page for source documentation. Adhering to MLA guidelines promotes academic integrity and facilitates source verification.

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MLA format, established by the Modern Language Association, is widely used in humanities disciplines to maintain consistency and clarity in academic writing. Key components include specific formatting rules, in-text citations, and a Works Cited page for source documentation. Adhering to MLA guidelines promotes academic integrity and facilitates source verification.

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MLA Format

Presentation
An Overview of Structure and Guidelines
Introduction to MLA Format
• • MLA stands for Modern Language Association.
• • Commonly used in humanities fields such as literature, history, and
cultural studies.
• • Ensures consistency, credibility, and clarity in academic work.
Components of MLA Format
• • Header and Footer
• • Title Page (if required)
• • Body with double spacing and indents
• • In-Text Citations for referencing
• • Works Cited Page for source details
General Formatting Rules
• • Use 8.5 x 11-inch paper size with 1-inch margins.
• • Font: Times New Roman, 12-point size.
• • Double-space all content.
• • Indent paragraphs by half an inch.
• • Add a header with your last name and page number.
Formatting the First Page
• • No title page unless required.
• • List name, instructor, course, and date in the top left corner.
• • Center the title and avoid bold, italics, or underlines.
• • Begin the text after double-spacing.
In-Text Citations
• • Use author-page format: (Author 23).
• • If author’s name is in the text, include only the page number.
• • For multiple authors, use 'et al.' for three or more authors.
• • For works without authors, use a shortened title.
Examples of MLA Citations
• • Book: Smith, John. *Understanding MLA*. Oxford, 2021.
• • Article: Doe, Jane. 'Research Methods.' *Journal of Humanities*,
2020, pp. 23-34.
• • Online Article: Brown, Emma. 'The Impact of MLA.' *Academic
Writing Online*, 2023, www.academicwriting.com/mla.
Conclusion
• • MLA format ensures clarity, consistency, and academic integrity.
• • Adhering to MLA guidelines respects intellectual property.
• • Following the format allows readers to verify your sources easily.

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