Category: Citation

Like many students, I asked myself, “Do I have to cite it?” AI tools are everywhere now. They seem helpful. But they can also be risky. Some students use ChatGPT to cheat. Others, like me, want to use it to learn better. But no one really tells us how to use it the right way.…

Citing a website involves using direct quotes, paraphrases, and borrowed ideas. Proper citation credits the original authors, prevents plagiarism and boosts your work’s credibility and reliability. Key Elements of an MLA Website Citation An MLA citation typically includes several key components. These are: Each element helps guide readers to the original source. The author’s name…

Citing a book in MLA style involves including several key details in your Works Cited entry. Always list the author(s), italicized title, publisher, and publication year. Additionally, if applicable, include the names of editors or translators, the edition, and the volume number. Basic Structure of a Book Citation Essential Components of a Book Citation An…

Citing an online video in MLA style involves several key details. You need to include the video’s title, creator’s name, website, and upload date. This guide will show you how to format these components in your Works Cited entry and in-text citations. Identifying Key Elements of an Online Video Citation Author’s Name: Recognizing the Creator…

Images, like text, require proper attribution. If an image is not your own original creation, it must be cited. This includes photographs, drawings, charts, and any other visual content that enhances your work but is sourced from elsewhere. There are several scenarios where citing an image is necessary: Elements of an MLA Citation for Images…

Citing a journal in MLA style involves several key components. You need to include the author’s name, article title, journal title, volume and issue numbers, publication year, and page range. Additionally, for online articles, include the DOI or URL. This guide will help you format these elements correctly to ensure your citations are clear and…

PowerPoint presentations are common sources in academic work. This guide covers live lectures, conference presentations, and online slide decks. You’ll learn the parts of a PowerPoint citation, see examples, and get tips to avoid errors. Essential Elements of a PowerPoint Citation in MLA Author’s Name The PowerPoint creator is the author. This can be one…

Movies are often used as sources in academic writing. This guide explains how to cite movies in MLA style. It will cover the essential elements of a movie citation, including director, title, studio, and release year. You’ll learn how to format both in-text citations and Works Cited entries. Gathering Necessary Information Key Details Needed for…

Citing a PDF in MLA style requires attention to detail to ensure accuracy. Essential components include the author’s name, title of the document, title of the overall website or book if applicable, publisher, publication date, and the URL or DOI if accessed online. This guide will help you format these elements correctly, providing clear and…