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Citation and Formatting Guides, Including APA, MLA, and Chicago

Purdue OWL (Online Writing Lab)
For formatting and citation guides in APA, MLA, Chicago, and more.

How to Set up a Word Document for MLA-Formatted Essays
A step-by-step guide with screen shots that explains how to set margins, font, spacing, and other formatting elements for MLA.
APA References Page Formatting and Citation Examples
APA reference page formatting requirements and examples of reference page citations for a broad number of different kinds of sources.
APA Quick Guide, 6th Edition
APA citation guide for the most commonly used types of sources, at your fingertips in one document!
Chicago Manual of Style (CMS) Quick Guide
by Mary Ludwig, LCCC History Instructor
Chicago Manual of Style (CMS) Citation Guide
from Simon Fraser University
Sample Essay in Chicago Style
from dianahacker.com (Bedford/St.Martin's)

How to Adjust Microsoft Word Formatting for Footnotes (for Chicago Style)
If your instructor requires you to indent your footnote and to not have superscript numbers in your footnotes, this video will show you how to adjust Microsoft Word settings in order to meet instructor requirements.

English 1010/1020 Research Guide
by Jenn Markus Last Updated Apr 2, 2024 306 views this year

Quote, Paraphrase, or Summary?
What's the difference between quoting, paraphrasing, and summarizing, and when you should use each.

Essay Proofreading Pointers
Strategies for proofreading your own writing.
Essay Editing Checklist
Use this checklist to help guide your revision and editing process.

"The Comma Story" (Video)
A fun video that breaks down rules for comma usage in an easy-to-understand format.

English 1010/1020 Research Guide
by Jenn Markus Last Updated Apr 2, 2024 306 views this year
Literature
by Paula Badgett Last Updated Apr 2, 2024 11 views this year