How to Cite ANY Source in MLA Format (In-text Citations)
TLDRThis video script offers a comprehensive guide on citing sources in MLA format to prevent plagiarism. It covers various citation scenarios, including direct quotes, paraphrasing, and works with multiple authors or from organizations. The script emphasizes the importance of in-text citations and provides examples for different source types, such as books, websites, and videos. It also advises on how to handle classic works, religious texts, and sources within sources, concluding with tips for reviewing and editing citations to ensure accuracy and reliability.
Takeaways
- 📚 The purpose of in-text citations is to give credit to the original source of ideas or words used in your writing to avoid plagiarism.
- 👤 In-text citations are also known as parenthetical citations and should be used when incorporating someone else's work into your own.
- 🚗 An analogy for citation: even if you change the appearance of stolen property, it doesn't become yours, similarly, ideas must be credited.
- ✍️ When citing, include as much detail as possible such as the author's name, page number, and title to connect to the works cited page.
- 🔍 For direct quotes, cite the author's name, the quote, and the page number in parentheses, with the author's name either before or after the quote.
- 🏢 If the source lacks an individual author, use the organization's name in the parenthetical citation.
- 📖 For works without a known author, cite the title of the work, using quotation marks for shorter works and italics for longer ones.
- 📚 For classic works with multiple editions, include the page number followed by the edition or part of the work in the citation.
- 🤝 When citing multiple authors with the same last name, include the first initial with the last name to differentiate them.
- 👥 For sources with more than two authors, cite the first author's last name followed by 'et al.' and the page number.
- 🌐 When citing online sources, include the most relevant information first in the parenthetical citation, and provide a full citation on the works cited page.
- 🎬 For citing films or videos, include the director's name and the title of the work, and for lectures, mention the presenter's name.
Q & A
What is the purpose of in-text citations in writing?
-In-text citations are used to give credit to the original author or source when you use their words, ideas, or quotes in your writing. This helps to avoid plagiarism and allows readers to verify the information by referring to the original source.
What are the two common names for in-text citations?
-In-text citations are also known as parenthetical citations because they are enclosed in parentheses, and as Intext citations because they are included within the text of your paragraph.
Why is it important to cite sources even when you paraphrase?
-Even when you paraphrase, you must cite the source because the core idea still belongs to the original author. It's essential to acknowledge the source to maintain academic integrity and provide a reference for readers.
How should you handle a direct quote in your writing?
-For a direct quote, you should introduce the quote, place it in quotation marks, and then cite the source with the author's name and the page number in parentheses.
What should you do if you don't know the author's name but need to cite a source?
-If the author's name is unknown, you can cite the source by using the title of the work. For short works, use the title in quotes, and for longer works, use the title in italics.
How do you cite a classic work with multiple editions?
-After the quote, in the parentheses, include the page number, followed by a semicolon and the edition, volume, book, part, section, or paragraph, using appropriate abbreviations.
What is the correct way to cite two different authors with the same last name?
-After the quote, in the parentheses, include the last name followed by the first initial of the author, and then the page number.
How should you cite a source with more than two authors?
-You can cite the last name of the first author listed followed by 'et al.' and the page number. Alternatively, you can include the last names of all authors in the citation.
What is the best practice when citing a source within a source?
-It's best to find and cite the original source directly. If that's not possible, cite the last name of the author of the original quote, followed by 'qtd. in', the last name of the author of the book you're reading, and the page number.
How do you cite an online source in MLA format?
-In the parentheses, include the author's name, the title of the article, and the website name. Ensure to provide as much detail as possible, such as the date of access if available.
What should you do when citing a short quote versus a long quote?
-A short quote (four lines or less) can be integrated into the text with quotation marks. A long quote (five lines or more) should be indented and introduced, but not enclosed in quotation marks.
Outlines
📚 Understanding MLA Citations and Avoiding Plagiarism
This paragraph introduces the importance of citing sources in MLA format to prevent plagiarism. It explains the concept of in-text citations, also known as parenthetical citations, which are used to give credit to the original authors or organizations when their ideas or words are used in one's own writing. The video aims to demonstrate how to cite various types of sources correctly, including books, websites, and articles, whether the author is known or unknown, and when there are multiple authors. The Purdue Online Writing Lab and MLA Handbook are acknowledged as key sources of information for this tutorial.
📝 Detailed Guide on MLA Citation for Different Source Types
This paragraph provides a detailed guide on how to cite sources in MLA format for various scenarios. It covers direct quotes, paraphrasing, and the use of titles when the author's name is unknown. It also discusses how to cite sources with multiple authors, classic works with editions, and sources within a source. The paragraph delves into the specifics of citing online sources, including the proper way to introduce and cite articles from websites, online magazines, films, lectures, and videos, including the use of timestamps for YouTube videos. The importance of revising and editing citations is emphasized, ensuring that all details are included and that the citations match the works cited list.
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Keywords
💡MLA Format
💡In-text Citation
💡Parenthetical Citation
💡Plagiarism
💡Works Cited
💡Purdue Online Writing Lab
💡Direct Quote
💡Author's Name
💡Page Number
💡Title
💡Timestamp
Highlights
Introduction to citing sources in MLA format to avoid plagiarism.
Explanation of in-text citations and their importance in academic writing.
The necessity of giving credit for ideas and words used from other sources.
Difference between direct quotes and paraphrased content in citations.
How to cite a source when the author's name is known.
Three ways to cite an imprint source with the author's name in MLA format.
Citing a source from an organization when the individual author is not known.
Guidelines for citing a short work like an article versus a long work like a book.
How to cite a classic work with multiple editions using abbreviations.
Citing two different authors with the same last name in MLA format.
Citing a source with two authors and how to list their names in citations.
Citing a source with more than two authors and the correct format for MLA.
Citing a multi-work volume and how to include volume numbers in citations.
Citing religious texts like the Bible and how to format the citations.
Citing a source within a source and the proper way to attribute quotes.
Citing online sources and the importance of including the website's name.
Citing a film or movie and how to format the director's name and movie title.
Citing a lecture and the importance of mentioning the presenter's name.
Citing multiple authors in one citation and how to separate their names and page numbers.
Citing a video from a platform like YouTube and how to include the timestamp.
How to format short and long quotes in MLA citations.
Guidelines for adding words to a quote and how to indicate omissions in citations.
Review and editing of MLA citations to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Transcripts
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