TTC Library "How To": Writing and Citing in MLA Format
TTC Writing Center
- TTC Writing CenterThe TTC Writing Center is staffed by the English Department. To make an appointment with the Writing Center for writing assistance and tutoring, contact the TTC Writing Center.
Online Citation Guides
- Research and Citation Resources (Purdue OWL)Purdue's Online Writing Lab provides tips on conducting research, using research, and APA / MLA style guides.
MLA FORMAT
- MLA Format (Purdue OWL)An online guide to citing your sources and formatting your paper in MLA Format.
- MLA In-Text citations: The Basics (Purdue Owl)Guidelines for referring to the works of others in your text using MLA style are covered throughout the MLA Handbook and in chapter 7 of the MLA Style Manual.
Citation Tip!
Did you know that most of the library databases have a citation feature that will create a citation to your article, ebook or film - in APA or MLA format?
- Find an article in a library database
- Click Cite (or Citation)
- Choose the appropriate format (typically APA or MLA)
- Copy and paste the citation
- Always double check that it is correct
Quick Tutorial:
- Database Citation FeaturesUse the database citation tools to get your citations.
Video Tutorials:
Creating an Annotated Bibliography
MLA and APA Guides - Available at the Reference Desk
MLA Handbook by Call Number: LB2369 .G53 2016ISBN: 9781603293518Publication Date: 2021-04-06The ninth edition of the MLA Handbook is a textbook and reference guide that offers student writers and writing instructors guidance on creating works-cited-list entries in MLA style using the template of core elements.
Tips for Writing a Thesis Statement
- Tips and Examples for Writing Thesis StatementsPurdue Online Writing Lab: This resource provides tips for creating a thesis statement and examples of different types of thesis statements.