MLA Citation Style: Essential Formatting Rules

In-Text Citation Rules

• Standard citation: “...” (Jones 34).
• No author: “...” (Emirates 3).
• Author mentioned in text: Author’s name... (54).
• Multiple authors: “...” (Smith, Jones, and Parks 771).
• Narrative citation: Smith, Jones, and Parks note that “...” (771).
• Paraphrase: ... (Hacker 26).

Reference List Formats

Book with One Author

Author's Last Name, First Name. Title of Book. Place of Publication: Publisher, Date of Publication. Format.

Essay from an Edited Book

Author's Last Name, First Name. "Title of Essay." Title of Edited Book. Ed. Editor First Name Last Name. Place of Publication: Publisher, Date of Publication. Page Numbers of Essay. Format.

Journal Article

Author's Last Name, First Name. "Title of Article." Title of Journal Volume Number (Year of Publication): Page Numbers. Format.

Web Site

Author's/Creator's Last Name, First Name (if given). "Title of Page." Title of Site. Name of the creator or editor of the project or site (if available). Date of Posting/Revision. Name of Organization or Sponsor Associated with the Site. Format. Date Accessed.

Book Chapter

Last, First M. "Section Title." Book. Ed. First M. Last. City: Publisher, Year Published. Page(s). Print.

Abstract: English Studies Research

Although English Studies is one of the most requested degrees at the University of Alicante, understanding why students choose it and their level of satisfaction is essential to enhance the curriculum. To address this, research was conducted among 25 students via a questionnaire on Facebook. While 41.7% had a vague idea about the syllabus before starting, 33.3% knew nothing about it, and 25% knew it thoroughly. The primary reason for choosing this degree is to learn the language. Despite wanting to change some aspects, students were largely satisfied with the overall development of the program. Most students intend to pursue a master's degree to become teachers. These findings suggest the degree meets student needs, though teaching skills should be reinforced within the curriculum.