MLA WORKSHOP

Hiran Wong
Professor Wentz
Eng 1A
19 Sep 03

Title Page and Foreword:
(1) What does the abbreviation MLA stand for?
The MLA stands for: Modern Language Association of America.
What is the significance of this organization?
To strengthen teaching and scholarship in languages and literature.

Chapter 1: Research and Writing
(2) 1.1. What is primary research?
Primary Research is the study of a subject through first hand observation and investigation, such as analyzing a literacy or history text, a film, or a performance; conducting a survey or an interview; or carrying out a laboratory experiment. Primary source includes statistical data, historical documents, and works of literature or art.
Secondary research?
Is the examination of studies that other researchers have made of a subject. Examples are; articles about political issues, historical events, scientific debates, or literary works.
Give examples from t...