I am writing a paper where I cite multiple lectures by the same professor. How do I format the intext citations?
MLA? or APA?
MLA
https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/747/01/
Click on MLA In-Text Citations: The Basics (in the column on the left), and read through "Basic in-text citation rules" first. Then scroll down to "Miscellaneous non-print sources." Let me know what you think.
Sorry. Here's a live link:
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/747/01/
I've looked through that, but it doesn't say the proper way to differentiate between each lecture. I was thinking maybe the date or the title of the lecture, but I'm not sure and I didn't see it specifically stated.
There are two ways to do in-text citations in this situation. One is to incorporate the information into the sentence itself, and the other is to add the reference information in parentheses at the end. The former is easier and usually reads more smoothly. Here are examples, as I understand what you're asking about. Whichever way you choose, be sure to be consistent throughout your paper.
In the sentence ~ In Dr. Patterson's lecture on July 21, 2013, he explained how difficult it is for us to understand the history of ancient Egypt because ...
In parentheses ~ "When the young pharaoh Tutankhamen ruled Egypt, the pyramids of Giza had already been standing well over 1,000 years" (Patterson, July 21, 2013).
When citing multiple lectures by the same professor in your paper, it is important to use a consistent and clear citation style. The specific citation style (such as APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.) will dictate the exact format, but here are some general guidelines:
APA Style:
In APA style, the in-text citations typically include the author's last name and the year of the lecture. To differentiate between multiple lectures, you can add a lowercase letter (a, b, c, etc.) after the year. Here's an example:
- (Smith, 2022a)
- (Smith, 2022b)
MLA Style:
In MLA style, the in-text citations typically include the author's last name and the page number of the lecture. Since lectures usually do not have page numbers, you can use a brief description of the lecture or a file name instead. Here's an example:
- (Smith, "Lecture on Quantum Mechanics")
- (Smith, Lecture1)
Chicago Style:
In Chicago style, the in-text citations usually include the author's last name, the year of the lecture, and the specific page or slide number if applicable. If there are multiple lectures, you can use the same format as APA, adding a lowercase letter after the year. Here's an example:
- (Smith 2022a, 7)
- (Smith 2022b, slide 15)
It's important to consult the official guidelines of the citation style you are using for precise formatting instructions. These examples serve as general guidelines, and the specific requirements may vary depending on the style guide you're following.