ALA is most often used in the disciplines of education, nursing, and social sciences.
MLA is most often used in the disciplines of english, music, philosophy.
Quick reference for the writing style guidelines from the American Medical Association for the medical sciences community. The need-to-know essentials of the guidelines in 6 laminated pages, designed for quick access and durability. Suggested uses: oStudents - handy reference while writing papers where AMA is the required or suggested style oProfessors - require students to write in AMA Style to prepare for a future in the science or medical sciences field oAuthors/Editors - reference while writing or editing pieces to be published in the science or medical science fields
Cite anything you write or create that uses or refers to the ideas of another person, including:
You do not need to cite information that is common knowledge.
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