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Research and Citation - OWL (Online Writing Lab) of Purdue University
Authoritative guidance and examples for MLA, APA, Chicago, ASA, AMA, and IEEE citation styles. Includes advice on how to write and cite in specific disciplines, and best practices for using online citation generators. Hosted by Purdue University.
Research & Documentation - Online Writing Lab (OWL) of Excelsior College
Authoritative guidance and examples for MLA and APA citation styles. Includes grammar essentials, how to avoid plagiarism, and how to write and format an argumentative paper.

Zotero
Free open source tool for managing and storing citations, as well as attaching PDFs to related citations. Plugins for Chrome and Safari. Use an Emerson email address to set up a Zotero account, or add one to an existing Zotero account, to gain unlimited storage. Learn more about Zotero, including a Quick Start guide.
Zotero Training videos
Playlist of short videos on how to add a book, chapter, article, film, etc to Zotero. Also covers the BEAM method of resource management. Recorded April 2020. Total Playlist Duration: 15 mins

AP (Associated Press) Stylebook [electronic resource] This link opens in a new window
Contains AP’s rules for abbreviations, capitalization, numerals, punctuation, word usage and other issues regarding language and customs for print, online and broadcast journalists. It also has guides on legal issues, social media and pronunciation. Limited to 25 simultaneous users.

Quick Reference PDF Guide - APA Publication Manual, 7th ed.
Color diagrammed example references for online journal article, book, and chapter of a book. Free resource from the Official APA Publication Manual website, https://apastyle.apa.org.

APAstyle.apa.org - Style and Grammar Guidelines, 7th ed.
Topics covered include References, In-Text Citations, Bias-Free Language, and Paper Formatting."The style and grammar guidelines pages present information about APA Style as described in the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, Seventh Edition." - APA Style website
APA Style Blog - 7th ed.
Answers to burning questions about citing obscure resources, and the "but why?" questions about APA style, 7th ed. Also links to 6th edition blog of guidance and tips on citing sources like Tweets, discussion posts, online video clips, websites. The 6th ed. blog also contains guidance on in-text citations and footnotes vs. reference lists.

Chicago Manual of Style [electronic resource] This link opens in a new window
The Chicago Manual of Style Online includes the popular Chicago Style Q&A, a resource that is fully searchable along with the content of The Chicago Manual of Style. Note: if you have trouble opening this database, try using Private or Incognito mode.

Scientific Style and Format Citation Quick Guide
Examples of citation format by source type, i.e. books, journal articles, dissertations, newspapers, DVDs, etc.

MLA Handbook Plus This link opens in a new window
MLA Handbook Plus includes the full text of the ninth edition of the handbook and will soon host additional material, including other MLA guides and instructor resources.

Ask the MLA: FAQs from MLA Style Center
Search MLA's frequently asked questions on citing obscure formats like screenplays, dictionary definitions, discussion boards, etc.
Cite a Screenplay - MLA Style Center
"The script of a play and each performance of it are different works and should be cited separately. Apply the MLA format template to the work to create your works-cited-list entry."
Works Cited: A Quick Guide - MLA Style Center
Official source from the MLA itself. Infographic describing common citation elements and their sequence. Includes the essential concept of "containers" necessary for correct citation format, and online template for practicing citation format.