Why Cite?
When you research a topic you may use information from articles, books, or the Web to support your ideas. However, you must credit the original authors of these sources by citing them. To cite means that you state where you found the information so that others can find the exact item again. In this way we build upon the ideas and knowledge of other people.
Quick Tips:
Citation Tips
MLA style, developed by the Modern Language Association, is used for research on general topics and literary
criticism. Most instructors in English, foreign languages, and Critical Reading classes will require you to use MLA style. MLA requires parenthetical citations within the text and a corresponding bibliography or works cited list at the end of the paper. Copies of the MLA Handbook may be obtained through the campus libraries--check the library catalog for availability.
Checkout our MLA Handout (pdf) and our MLA In-Text Citation Guide
NoodleTools is an online tool for creating works cited lists. Use it with MLA, APA, or Chicago styles. It helps you create your citations, and generates your bibliography. Create folders and store citations for multiple projects.
CCAC provides NoodleTools to current students, faculty, and staff. Contact a librarian if you have any questions. 
the Library Databases provide Citation assistance for the articles. In the Tools area located on the Detailed Record page and the Article page, look for features like "Cite" or "Cite Now!"
Do a final check to make certain that the citation has correct formatting, punctuation, and content!
