The Art of Attribution: Citation Mastery
Plagiarism is the ultimate academic crime. Citations are your armor. Understanding APA and MLA is about more than just commas; it's about joining the global academic conversation.
APA Style (7th Edition)
Used primarily in Science, Psychology, and Education.
- Core Logic: Focus on the 'Recency' of data.
- In-text: (Author, Year).
- Reference List: Alphabetical by author.
MLA Style (9th Edition)
Used primarily in Humanities, Languages, and Arts.
- Core Logic: Focus on the 'Source' container (Journal, Book, Website).
- In-text: (Author Page#).
- Works Cited: Highly structured containers.
Quick Comparison
| Feature | APA | MLA |
|---|---|---|
| Focus | Author-Date | Author-Page |
| Punctuation | (Smith, 2024) | (Smith 45) |
| List Title | References | Works Cited |