Tuesday 6 November 2012

Actual Transcript of Live Chat with an MLA Citation Specialist!


GP: Does the seventh edition of the MLA Handbook include Gangnam Style?
MLA: No. I have not heard of "Gangnam Style." It is not a recognized documentation/citation style.


GP: What is the difference between MLA and Gangnam Style?
MLA: As I said, I have not heard of this style. "Gangnam Style" is not a recognized documentation/citation style--so I cannot compare.

GP: How do I cite a tweet in Gangnam Style?
MLA: "Gangnam Style" is not recognized as a documentation/citation style. You must use an approved citation practice like MLA. You can find information about how to cite a tweet here: http://www.mla.org/style/handbook_faq/cite_a_tweet


GP: Should I use underlining or italics in my Gangnam Style research paper?
MLA: Again, "Gangnam Style" is not a recognized documentation/citation style. Where did you hear about this style?


GP: On YouTube. How many spaces should I leave after a period or other concluding mark of punctuation according to the rules of Gangnam Style?
MLA: I would advise you not to use "Gangnam Style." Please visit the MLA website so you can get a good sense of how a proper citation/documentation style works.

GP: Lastly, if we were in an elevator--dancing/shaking around our stuff--how would we cite that?
MLA: Thank you.


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