Research Guides (LibGuides): Citation Guides: APA Style

APA Style Manual

Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association by American Psychological Association
Call Number: Reference Collection BF76.7 .P83 2020
The Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, Seventh Edition is the official source for APA Style.

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GENERAL RESOURCES:

American Psychological Association
Plenty of resources, including Quick Answers about reference and formatting questions. Includes the APA blog featuring explanations for frequently asked questions.
The Basics of APA Style
A free online tutorial for those who are new to APA style.

FORMATTING / STYLE:

APA's Style and Grammar Guides
Provides a list of short, easy-to-read guides explaining different aspects of APA style including formatting your paper, using bias-free language, and how to format charts.
Purdue University Online Writing Lab (OWL): General Format
General APA guidelines including how to format your header and first page.

IN-TEXT CITATIONS:

APA's Basic Principles of In-Text Citations
Provides basic description and principles of citation. Gives information for both direct quotes and paraphrased citations in the body of your project.
Purdue OWL: In-Text Citations: The Basics
Explains the basics of citing within your text. Includes examples for multiple authors and different types of sources.

REFERENCES:

APA's Basic Principles of Reference List Entries
Provides the basics of reference list entries of all types. Use the "related handouts" links on the right hand side to see examples of all types of references such as journal articles, book chapters, online sources, and more.
Citing Indigenous Elders and Knowledge Keepers
NorQuest College Library has developed a citation style for personal communication with Indigenous Elders and Knowledge Keepers.
Purdue OWL: Reference List Basics
Explains basic formatting rules for references pages. Use the menu on the left of the screen to select the right type of source for examples. This menu also includes helpful information about creating tables, PowerPoint presentations, and more.

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Citation Guides: APA Style

APA Style Manual

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