Most instructors that assign research papers at MCTC will require you to cite your sources using MLA citation style. Citation styles provide you a way to consistently list the resources that you use in writing your paper. Citation styles can be intimidating, just remember that they are meant to help you easily locate information.

MLA is not the only citation style available. Below you will find links to resources that will help you cite your sources.

Located in the Library reference room at
REF LB2369 .G53 2003. Also available for purchase at bookstores.

Citing Sources Using MLA

• MCTC Library MLA Style Guide
  Provides basic MLA citation style guidelines for both print and electronic resources.
• Bedford MLA Citation Style Guide
  Shows you how to cite sources using MLA, as well as APA, Chicago, and CBE formats.

Located in the Library reference room at
REF BF76.7 .P83 2001.

Citing Sources Using APA

• MCTC Library APA Style Guide
• Bedford APA Citation Style Guide
  Shows you how to cite sources using APA, as well as MLA, Chicago, and CBE formats.
• APA Style Guide to Electronic References
• Citing Online Resources Using APA
  Official APA web site.