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How to Cite a YouTube Video in MLA
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MLA example for a youtube video
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Reference list entry
Khan Academy. “How the Krebs Cycle Works.” YouTube, 2016, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kfjDqR3Tj-o. Video.
In-text citation
(Khan Academy)
No date? It renders like this
Khan Academy. “How the Krebs Cycle Works.” YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kfjDqR3Tj-o. Video.
What you need to cite a youtube video
- Uploader — the channel or person who posted it
- Video title
- The word “YouTube” as the site
- Upload date
- The video URL
Tip: Cite the channel as the author when no individual creator is credited on the video.
Frequently asked questions
How do I cite a youtube video in MLA?
Khan Academy. “How the Krebs Cycle Works.” YouTube, 2016, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kfjDqR3Tj-o. Video.
What if the youtube video has no author or date?
Cite the channel as the author when no individual creator is credited on the video.
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