Visual Communications

Here at AUArts, we use MLA (Modern Language Association) style whenever we're citing our sources in our papers. To help get you started, here are some helpful resources on MLA:

• MLA Handbook Plus (e-version)
  An electronic version of the ninth edition of the MLA Handbook, 2021. Can also be accessed via MyApps.
  Note: For off-campus access, you will need to create an account.
• MLA Handbook Plus (physical copy)
  9th edition. Available to be checked out.
• MLA Formatting and Style Guide by OWL Purdue
  A complete guide to citing your sources from the folks at the Online Writing Lab.
• Mount Royal University's MLA Guide (condensed and easy-to-follow)
  The good people at MRU have taken the MLA guide and condensed it into an easy-to-consume 19 page PDF. They also have short guides on citing images and how to format your papers.
• MLA Style Center
  The official MLA Style Center website
• Ask the MLA
  FAQ from the MLA Style Center
• MLA Citation Style Print-Friendly QuickGuide
  Made by our friends at the University of Alberta, this printable handout for MLA citation is a great go-to resource!

Vossler, Josh. "MLA Citation Style 9th edition." YouTube, uploaded by Hayden Memorial Library, 4 Jun 2021, https://youtu.be/SxJtUG34F3Q?si=DWtzGdn7ucpB5d4B. 

Tutoring and Writing Centre

The AUArts Tutoring and Writing Centre offers students help and assistance on a number of topics. They are citation experts and can proof-read your papers to ensure you've cited everything correctly. For free!

In addition to citation help, the Tutoring and Writing Centre also offers the following support for students:

• Brainstorming techniques
• Organizing / developing ideas
• Communicating clearly and effectively
• Editing, proof-reading, and grammar
• MLA citations and formatting
• Time management strategies
• Task organization
• Coursework clarification
• Reading comprehension
• Notetaking and active listening
• Finding your learning strengths

The Tutors can be found in room 435 and appointments can be booked by emailing tutoring@auarts.ca.