Properly citing audiovisual content found on online platforms ensures academic integrity and provides readers with the necessary information to locate the source material. In Modern Language Association (MLA) style, a reference to a video shared on a prominent video-sharing website generally includes the creator’s name (if available), the title of the video, the name of the website, and the date of publication, followed by the URL. For example: Creator Last Name, Creator First Name. “Title of Video.” Website Name, Date Published, URL.
Adhering to citation standards provides credibility to scholarly work. It allows researchers to build upon existing knowledge while accurately acknowledging sources. Additionally, consistent formatting facilitates information retrieval, benefiting both the researcher and the audience. This practice has become increasingly significant as digital media gains prominence in academic research and discourse.
