Dirigo High School uses the Modern Language Association (MLA) format for preparing bibliographies, references lists, and in-text citations. Following are links to examples of the proper format for citations, and also web tools that will format for you. A handout of the MLA format is available in the library.

MLA Formatting and examples

  Writing a successful research paper: how to write an annotated works cited page   from the Mount Saint Joseph's Academy: Brighton, MA.

     

This site sponsored by the University of Wisconsin shows how to cite various sources and how to prepare a properly formatted works cited page. A great tool!

                                                                                                        
               The Write Source MLA style guide examples. 

   Bedford/ST.Martin's MLA Style Guide   Bedford/St. Martin's is a college publisher specializing in the humanities.

          

Links to an excellent guide for citing sources and the reasons why this is important.

Citation Makers

                The Landmark Project Citation Tool: This online tool was originally created by David Warlick of The Landmark Project on October 29, 2000 and is part of the Landmarks for Schools Web site for teachers. Simply type in the information about the source that needs to be cited and the machine will format it for you. Copy and paste into your own reference list.

          This free automatic bibliography maker contains many great features such as adding capitals where they are needed, and organizing the entire works cited page.