MLA Paper Titles - Required or Optional?

Crazypanda736

This discussion will cover the rules and guidelines surrounding titles in MLA papers. We'll discuss the importance of titles, how to format them, and any other relevant information. We'll also discuss what to do if you don't have a title for your paper. By the end of the discussion, participants should have a better understanding of the rules and guidelines for titles in MLA papers.

Meinolf_schneider

Yes, MLA papers do have a title. According to the Modern Language Association (MLA) format, a title should appear at the top of the first page of a paper after the heading. The title should be centered and presented in a clear, standard font. It should not be italicized, bold, underlined, or quoted. The title should be in title case lettering, meaning that each word that is not an article, preposition, or conjunction should be capitalized. Additionally, if there are more than four words in the title, it should be double-spaced. It is important to note that in some cases, such as a works cited page for a book or article, the title should remain in its original language, including any accent marks, and cited accordingly.

Sophia470

Yes, MLA papers do need a title. Titles in MLA papers should be concise and informative; they should also be unique and capture the reader’s attention. A good title should provide readers with an idea of the main topic and any associated subtopics that will be covered in the paper. Titles should also include key terms or phrases so that readers can quickly understand the main argument of the paper. Titles should generally be centered on the page and written in standard title case.