MLA Formatting and Google Docs Essentials

This video tutorial from Melby Academy guides viewers on how to format an MLA style essay using Google Docs. The instructor, Mel, a certified college writing tutor, explains the process step-by-step, covering font and size settings, margins, page numbers, and body text formatting. The video also provides tips on professional presentation, such as using the correct course ID and date format. Viewers are encouraged to stay until the end to access a free MLA sample essay. The tutorial is designed for those who may not have access to Microsoft Word, offering a free alternative through Google Docs.

What is the main topic discussed in the video?

• How to use Microsoft Word for essays

• How to write a creative story

• How to format an MLA style essay using Google Docs

• How to create a YouTube channel

What is the profession of the instructor?

• Certified college writing tutor

• Software developer

• High school teacher

• Professional editor

What do you need to access Google Docs?

• An Apple ID

• A Gmail account

• A Yahoo email

• A Microsoft account

What is the first step in starting a new document in Google Docs?

• Download Google Docs

• Select a blank document

• Open a previous document

• Select a template

What font and size should be used for an MLA essay?

• Verdana, size 14

• Calibri, size 10

• Times New Roman, size 12

• Arial, size 11

What should the margin size be for an MLA formatted document?

• 0.5 inch

• 1 inch

• 1.5 inches

• 2 inches

Where should the page numbers be placed in an MLA document?

• Top left corner

• Bottom left corner

• Top right corner

• Bottom right corner

What information should be included at the beginning of an MLA essay?

• Your name, email, and phone number

• Your name, professor's name, course ID, and date

• Professor's name, email, and office hours

• Course ID, room number, and time

How should the title of an MLA essay be formatted?

• Bold and italicized

• Underlined

• Times New Roman, size 12, not bold or italicized

• In all caps

Where can you find a free MLA sample essay?

• In the Google Docs template gallery

• At mobyacademy.com

• On the instructor's blog

• In the video description