Abiding by APA's standards as a writer will allow you to: and how to prepare a manuscript for publication in certain disciplines.Īside from simplifying the work of editors by having everyone use the same format for a given publication, using APA Style makes it easier for readers to understand a text by providing a familiar structure they can follow.What is APA Style?ĪPA Style establishes standards of written communication concerning: Purdue's OWL also has a list of Additional Resources covering APA style that you can consult. The APA also has a website that allows you to order the book online and read some of their frequently asked questions about APA style. However, if you are writing a complex document such as a thesis or lengthy manuscript, or if you have detailed questions, you should consult The Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (6th edition), which you can usually find at your local library or in many bookstores. NOTE: This workshop should answer most of your basic questions about using APA Style. Then you are invited to work through the OWL's handouts on APA Formatting and Writing Style, as well as APA Citations and Reference Lists. You should begin with the introductory material, which covers what APA Style is, why it is used, and who should apply it to their work. Welcome to the OWL Workshop on APA Style! This workshop will introduce you to important aspects of using the American Psychological Association (APA) Style to write and format research papers.
It is an excellent place to start to learn about APA format.Ĭontributors:Kristen Seas, Allen Brizee Last Edited: 07:52:46 It provides an annotated list of links to all of our APA materials and an APA overview. Summary: This workshop provides an overview of APA (American Psychological Association) style and where to find help with different APA resources.
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