TTC Library "How To": Writing and Citing in APA and MLA Format
Check your assignment requirements. Does your paper need to be in MLA or APA format?
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:
Online Citation Guides
APA FORMAT
- APA Format for Nursing StudentsATTN Nursing Students: Nursing Courses will continue to use APA 6th ed until fall 2021.
- APA Format (Purdue OWL)An online guide to citing your sources and formatting your paper in APA Format. (7th ed)
MLA FORMAT
- MLA Format (Purdue OWL)An online guide to citing your sources and formatting your paper in MLA Format (8th ed)
MLA and APA Guides - Available at the Reference Desk
MLA Handbook by Call Number: LB2369 .G53 2016ISBN: 9781603292627Publication Date: 2016-04-01The Modern Language Association, the authority on research and writing, takes a fresh look at documenting sources in the eighth edition of the MLA Handbook.
Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association by Call Number: BF76.7 .P83 2011ISBN: 9781433832161Publication Date: 2019-10-01The Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, Seventh Edition is the official source for APA Style. Known for its authoritative, easy-to-use reference and citation system, the Publication Manual also offers guidance on choosing the headings, tables, figures, language, and tone that will result in powerful, concise, and elegant scholarly communication.
TTC Writing Center
- TTC Writing CenterTo make an appointment for writing assistance and tutoring, contact the TTC Writing Center.