MLA

MLA stands for Modern Language Association, an organization that focuses on language and literature studies. It is best known for its citation style used in academic writing, particularly in the humanities. The MLA format provides guidelines for citing sources, structuring papers, and creating a Works Cited page, helping to ensure clarity and consistency in scholarly communication. This format emphasizes the importance of crediting sources to avoid plagiarism and to support one's arguments with reliable evidence. Schools and universities often require students to use MLA style for essays and research papers in English and related subjects.