MLA: The Easy Way! 8th Edition

SKU
017599
ISBN
9781935356523
Grade 9-12
Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.
Our Price
$15.45
Description

Part of the fear of writing research projects comes solely from formatting your paper correctly. Simple and straight forward, this guide arms you with just what you need. Learn how to cite the most common references and create a “works cited" page. Short directions are followed by visual examples. A quick explanation will guide to set formatting up in versions of Microsoft Word (2007-2016). Ends with a sample paper (MLA application highlighted) with the works cited page, and an index. 5 ½"x 8", 66 pgs. ~ Ruth

Publisher's Description of MLA: The Easy Way! 8th Edition

The Modern Language Association (MLA) has established a complete handbook for writing research papers. Previously dubbed by Newsweek magazine as "the style bible for most college students," this guidebook is required by many academic institutions throughout the United States and the world.

The official MLA Handbook (8th Edition) is an accepted format used by many academic and nonacademic institutions and publications. The authors of MLA: The Easy Way! provide the most commonly required MLA rules in one easy-to-use guide, which does not require the user to search in multiple reference locations (i.e., book and website). Included in the book are document set-up instructions utilizing Microsoft Word, specific instructions and examples related to in-text citations as well as the Works Cited page, and a sample paper.

This book clarifies many detailed specifications of MLA writing style. Frequently used aspects of MLA style, citation, and referencing are addressed in a simple format that allows researchers to focus on content instead of mechanics and style. Quite simply, MLA: The Easy Way! presents the basics of MLA style in a clear, concise, accurate, and easy-to-navigate package. Try it, and immediately relieve some of the stress of writing a research paper.

Category Description for Expository Writing

These materials cover various types of informational writing, includingpersuasive writing, essays, outlines, and research papers.

Details
More Information
Product Format:Paperback
Brand:XanEdu
Grades:9-12
ISBN:9781935356523
Videos
This product doesn't have a video
Reviews
Product Q&A