In scholarly and professional writing, you are expected to adhere to certain writing conventions. Different academic and professional disciplines use different style guides to inform their writing. For instance, in the humanities you are more likely to use MLA style. In the social and natural sciences, you are more likely to use APA style. When in doubt, ask your instructor for clarification.
To use learn more about the requirements for the two main citation styles you will be using (APA and MLA), click the tabs on the left of this page.
