Theatre 252: Introduction to Theatrical Design: Citing

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Whether you choose to quote or paraphrase sources you use in your research paper, you must cite each one. For rules and examples of the MLA citation style, look here:

• MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers 7th ed. 2009. Reference Desk LB2369 .G53 2009
• MLA Style Manual and Guide to Scholarly Publishing 3rd ed. 2008. Reference Desk PN147 .G444 2008
• Citing References: MLA Style - (Andersen Library, UW-Whitewater)
• MLA Documentation Guide - (Writing Center at UW-Madison)
• MLA Formatting and Style Guide - (Online Writing Lab at Purdue)

Sometimes students will use online citation formatters provided free on the Web or within a library database. If you use one of these online formatters, remember that they are not foolproof. You will need to review your citations to make sure they are correct.