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    Published: September 15, 2025
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    Complete MLA Citation Examples

    This comprehensive collection showcases properly formatted MLA citations for all major source types. Each example includes both the Works Cited entry and corresponding in-text citation format.

    Quick Reference Guide
    Essential

    All examples follow MLA 9th edition guidelines. Copy these formats exactly, replacing the example information with your source details.

    Books and Print Sources

    Book Citations

    Single Author Book

    Works Cited:

    Johnson, Maria. Digital Learning Strategies for Higher Education. Academic Press, 2024.

    In-Text Citation:

    The research demonstrates significant improvement (Johnson 45).

    Two Authors

    Works Cited:

    Smith, John, and Sarah Wilson. Collaborative Teaching Methods. Educational Publishers, 2024.

    In-Text Citation:

    The study confirms these findings (Smith and Wilson 78).

    Three or More Authors

    Works Cited:

    Chen, David, et al. Technology Integration in K-12 Education. Future Learning Press, 2024.

    In-Text Citation:

    Multiple studies support this approach (Chen et al. 123).

    Edited Collection

    Works Cited:

    Rodriguez, Ana, editor. Contemporary Issues in Education. Academic Publishers, 2024.

    In-Text Citation:

    The collection addresses current challenges (Rodriguez 12).

    Chapter in Edited Book

    Works Cited:

    Martinez, Elena. "Assessment Strategies for Online Learning." Digital Education Today, edited by Robert Kim, Tech Publishers, 2024, pp. 67-89.

    In-Text Citation:

    Effective assessment requires multiple approaches (Martinez 75).

    Journal Articles

    Academic Journal Citations

    Print Journal Article

    Works Cited:

    Thompson, Carol. "Student Engagement in Virtual Classrooms." Educational Research Quarterly, vol. 48, no. 2, 2024, pp. 156-174.

    In-Text Citation:

    Virtual engagement strategies prove effective (Thompson 162).

    Online Journal with DOI

    Works Cited:

    Foster, Jennifer. "AI Tools in Academic Writing." Digital Humanities Review, vol. 33, no. 1, 2024, pp. 45-67, doi:10.1234/dhr.2024.33.01.

    In-Text Citation:

    AI integration shows promise (Foster 58).

    Database Article

    Works Cited:

    Anderson, Kevin. "Remote Learning Effectiveness." Education Today, vol. 29, no. 4, 2024, pp. 23-41. Academic Search Complete, doi:10.5678/et.2024.29.04.

    In-Text Citation:

    Studies show consistent improvement (Anderson 35).

    Digital and Online Sources

    Website and Online Citations

    Website Article

    Works Cited:

    Davis, Lisa. "Technology Trends in Education." EdTech Today, 15 Mar. 2024, www.edtechtoday.com/technology-trends.

    In-Text Citation:

    Current trends suggest continued growth (Davis).

    Government Website

    Works Cited:

    U.S. Department of Education. "Student Achievement Report 2024." ED.gov, 12 Feb. 2024, www.ed.gov/data/student-achievement-2024.

    In-Text Citation:

    National data shows improvement (U.S. Department of Education).

    Blog Post

    Works Cited:

    Brown, Michael. "Classroom Management in the Digital Age." Teaching Excellence Blog, 8 Apr. 2024, www.teachingexcellence.com/digital-classroom-management.

    In-Text Citation:

    Digital tools require new management strategies (Brown).

    Multimedia Sources

    Video, Audio, and Visual Citations

    YouTube Video

    Works Cited:

    Garcia, Carlos. "Effective Online Teaching Strategies." YouTube, 22 Jan. 2024, www.youtube.com/watch?v=ABC123def.

    In-Text Citation:

    Video tutorials demonstrate these techniques (Garcia).

    Netflix Documentary

    Works Cited:

    Taylor, Amanda, director. The Future of Learning. Educational Films Inc., 2024. Netflix.

    In-Text Citation:

    The documentary explores emerging trends (Taylor).

    Podcast

    Works Cited:

    Wong, Jennifer. "Innovation in STEM Education." Education Podcast Network, 5 Mar. 2024, www.edpodcast.com/stem-innovation.

    In-Text Citation:

    STEM innovation requires systemic change (Wong).

    News and Popular Sources

    Newspaper and Magazine Citations

    Newspaper Article

    Works Cited:

    Peterson, Laura. "Education Funding Increases Statewide." The Washington Post, 18 Apr. 2024, pp. A1, A6.

    In-Text Citation:

    State funding has increased significantly (Peterson A1).

    Online News Article

    Works Cited:

    Kim, Jennifer. "School Technology Programs Expand." The New York Times, 3 Feb. 2024, www.nytimes.com/education/technology-programs.

    In-Text Citation:

    Technology programs continue expanding (Kim).

    Magazine Article

    Works Cited:

    Wilson, Robert. "The New Age of Distance Learning." Time, 12 Mar. 2024, pp. 34-41.

    In-Text Citation:

    Distance learning has evolved significantly (Wilson 37).

    Social Media and Modern Sources

    Social Media and AI Citations

    Twitter Post

    Works Cited:

    Rodriguez, Ana [@ana_teaches]. "Student engagement increases with interactive elements." Twitter, 14 Jan. 2024, twitter.com/ana_teaches/status/123456789.

    In-Text Citation:

    Interactive elements boost engagement (Rodriguez).

    Instagram Post

    Works Cited:

    Foster, David [@david_prof]. "Behind the scenes of our virtual lab setup." Instagram, 28 Feb. 2024, www.instagram.com/p/ABC123def456.

    In-Text Citation:

    Virtual labs require careful planning (Foster).

    ChatGPT Response

    Works Cited:

    "What are effective strategies for online student engagement?" ChatGPT, 4.0, OpenAI, 25 Mar. 2024, chat.openai.com.

    In-Text Citation:

    AI suggests multiple engagement strategies (ChatGPT).

    Sample Works Cited Page

    Here's a complete sample Works Cited page showing proper formatting and alphabetical organization:

    Works Cited

    Anderson, Kevin. "Remote Learning Effectiveness." Education Today, vol. 29, no. 4,

    2024, pp. 23-41. Academic Search Complete, doi:10.5678/et.2024.29.04.

    Chen, David, et al. Technology Integration in K-12 Education. Future Learning

    Press, 2024.

    Davis, Lisa. "Technology Trends in Education." EdTech Today, 15 Mar. 2024,

    www.edtechtoday.com/technology-trends.

    Foster, Jennifer. "AI Tools in Academic Writing." Digital Humanities Review,

    vol. 33, no. 1, 2024, pp. 45-67, doi:10.1234/dhr.2024.33.01.

    Garcia, Carlos. "Effective Online Teaching Strategies." YouTube, 22 Jan. 2024,

    www.youtube.com/watch?v=ABC123def.

    Johnson, Maria. Digital Learning Strategies for Higher Education. Academic

    Press, 2024.

    Martinez, Elena. "Assessment Strategies for Online Learning." Digital Education

    Today, edited by Robert Kim, Tech Publishers, 2024, pp. 67-89.

    "What are effective strategies for online student engagement?" ChatGPT, 4.0,

    OpenAI, 25 Mar. 2024, chat.openai.com.

    Quick Citation Checklist

    Before You Submit

    Works Cited Page:

    • • Title "Works Cited" centered
    • • Alphabetical order by author
    • • Hanging indent for each entry
    • • Double-spaced throughout
    • • Same font as paper
    • • Continues page numbering

    In-Text Citations:

    • • Author-page format (Smith 42)
    • • Citation before final punctuation
    • • Use "et al." for 3+ authors
    • • Short titles for no author
    • • Every source has Works Cited entry
    • • Every citation has corresponding source