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MLA Style 9th ed Citation Guide - Langara Library

Basic Format

The MLA 9th ed. does not provide rules for citing specific types of resources. They provide a universal set of guidelines for any type of material based on the core elements. The examples provided in this guide were created by a Langara College librarian and follow this format.

Class Handout

Basic Format

Instructor's Last Name, First Name. "Title of Handout." Course Number: Course Title, Name of Institution, Location, Date. Class Handout.

Works Cited

Milton, Elizabeth. "Digital Media Installation Resources." FINA 2141: Digital Design I, Langara College, Vancouver, 13 Feb. 2017. Class Handout.

In-Text

(Milton 2)

MLA Handbook, 9th ed., p. 341.

Class Lecture

Basic Format

Instructor's Last Name, First Name. Lecture. "Lecture Title." Course Number: Course Title, Date, Location.

Works Cited

Doe, Jane. Lecture. "Cat Behaviour". BIOL1250: The Science of Pets, 5 Oct. 2022, Langara College.

In-Text

(Doe)

MLA Handbook, 9th ed., p. 335.

Personal interview (conducted by yourself)

Basic Format

Last Name, First Name of the person interviewed. Interview. Conducted by First Name Last Name, Date.

Works Cited

Davis, Wade. Interview. Conducted by John Smith, 5 Feb. 2017.

In-Text

(Davis)

MLA Handbook, 9th ed., p. 336.