The two citation styles most often required in your research papers and reports are the Modern Language Association (MLA) or American Psychological Association (APA). You should always check with your instructors to determine the specific requirements for each of your classes.
APA Documentation
The documentation style typically used in the social sciences was developed by the American Psychological Association (APA). Detailed documentation guidelines for the APA style are included in the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, 5th ed. (Washington, DC: APA, 2001). This manual is on reserve in PVCC's Jessup Library. Brief guidelines are available through the link above.
MLA Documentation
The Modern Language Association (MLA) documentation style is most commonly used in language and literature (English) classes. Detailed documentation guidelines for MLA style are included in Joseph Gibaldi's MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers, 6th ed. (New York: MLA, 2003). This manual is on reserve in PVCC's Jessup Library. Brief guidelines are available through the link above.
