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Lesson Plan: Understanding the Modern Language Association (MLA)

Subject: English

Duration: 30 Minutes
Grade Level: High School

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Objective

Students will understand the purpose and key components of the Modern Language Association (MLA) formatting style, including in-text citations, formatting a works cited page, and recognizing the importance of citation in academic writing.

Materials Needed

• Projector or smart board
• Printed handouts of MLA formatting guidelines
• Example research paper
• Creative writing materials (paper, pens, etc.)
• Access to online resources (if needed)

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Lesson Outline

Introduction (5 Minutes)

• Begin with a brief discussion on why citations are important in academic writing.
  • Questions: Why do we cite sources? What might happen if we don’t?
• Introduce the Modern Language Association (MLA) as one of the most commonly used citation styles in the humanities, particularly in literature, philosophy, and the arts.

Direct Instruction (10 Minutes)

• Overview of MLA Style

  • Explain the key components of MLA formatting:
    • In-Text Citations: Author's last name and page number in parentheses.
    • Works Cited Page: A list of all sources referenced in the paper, formatted correctly.

• Examples:

  • Show examples of correct in-text citations:
    • “Quote from the source” (Smith 23).
  • Show how to format the Works Cited page:

    Works Cited
    Smith, John. *Title of Book*. Publisher, Year.
    “Title of Article.” *Title of Journal*, vol. 1, no. 1, Year, pp. 1-10.

Guided Practice (10 Minutes)

• Group Activity:
  Divide students into small groups and provide them with a short article. Have them:

  • Identify the author's name, title, and key information required for a Works Cited entry.
  • Create an in-text citation for a specific quote from the article.

• Groups will then share their citations with the class and receive feedback.

Independent Practice (5 Minutes)

• Writing Task:
  Ask students to write a short paragraph (3-5 sentences) on a topic of their choice and include at least one in-text citation using the MLA format. They can cite either a fictional source or one they have found previously in class.

Closure (5 Minutes)

• Summarize the importance of using MLA format in academic writing.
• Encourage students to utilize the MLA handbook or reliable online resources for reference when working on their writing projects.
• Remind students that proper citation not only respects the original authors but also lends credibility to their own work.

Assessment

• Student participation during group activity and discussion.
• Review of independently written paragraphs to assess understanding of in-text citations and works cited formatting.

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Additional Resources

• Access the official MLA Handbook for detailed guidelines.
• Utilize websites like Purdue OWL for further examples and explanations of MLA formatting.

Note: Adjust the lesson plan based on class size, student understanding, and available technology to maximize engagement and comprehension.