Research Guides: MLA Style, 9th edition: What is MLA?

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About MLA Documentation

The Modern Language Association (MLA) has created a simplified set of rules for writing within the discipline of humanities, especially literature and languages.

These rules are referred to as “MLA style of documentation” or just “MLA.”

The goal of MLA is to provide proper documentation for scholarly borrowings and research.

At RCC, you may use MLA in order to document your sources and avoid plagiarism.

Determine if MLA style of documentation is required for your program of study [PDF] (opens in a new window)
For MLA help, visit the Writing Center in LRC 214. Writing Center schedule (opens in a new window)
Learn more about MLA (opens in a new window)