When writing papers, it's important that you cite your sources and format your paper correctly. Check out the following websites for format and citation help:
The Online Writing Lab (OWL) at Purdue University houses writing resources and instructional material. This page will take you to the complete ALA style guide as offered by Purdue.
The Online Writing Lab (OWL) at Purdue University houses writing resources and instructional material. This page will take you to the complete MLA guide as offered by Purdue.