As you gather sources for an assignment, you will likely find sources in print, on the web, and in other places. The elements you will need for the works cited list at the end of your paper or project will differ slightly for some sources, but the main principles apply to all sources. You should

Some sources will require page numbers; some will require a publisher or sponsor; and some will require other identifying information.

The models in this section provide examples and explanations for most types of sources you will encounter. You can consult the guidelines chart for general information about listing authors, titles, and publication information in your works cited entries. “Citation at a glance” shows where you can find the required information in the most common sources. And the “How to” charts explain what to do in some tricky situations.

Directory to MLA works cited models

Directory to sample student writing in MLA style

Citation at a glance: Article in a periodical

Citation at a glance: Article from a database

Citation at a glance: Book

Citation at a glance: Short work from a website

How to answer the basic question “Who is the author?”

How to cite a source reposted from another source

How to cite course materials