This video describes APA Style in detail. Certainly! APA (American Psychological Association) style is commonly used in the social sciences and provides guidelines for formatting and citing sources. Here’s a concise overview of key APA formatting elements with examples:
APA Style Formatting Overview
1. General Formatting
Font and Size: Use a legible font like Times New Roman, 12-point size.
Margins: Set 1-inch margins on all sides of the page.
Line Spacing: Double-space throughout the entire document, including the title page, abstract, body, and references.
Page Numbers: Place page numbers in the top right corner of each page, starting from the title page.
Alignment: Left-align text and use a ragged right edge. Do not justify text.
2. Title Page
Title: Center the title, bold it, and use title case (capitalize major words).
Author’s Name: Center the author's name below the title.
Institutional Affiliation: Center the institutional affiliation (e.g., university name) below the author's name.
Running Head: Include a running head (shortened version of the title) in the header on the title page, aligned to the left, in all caps, along with the page number. Example: Running head: SHORT TITLE OF PAPER.
3. Abstract
Placement: The abstract should be on a new page, following the title page.
Format: Center the word "Abstract" at the top of the page (not bolded).
Content: Provide a brief summary (150-250 words) of the paper’s main points and findings.
4. Headings
Levels of Headings:
Level 1: Centered, bold, title case (e.g., Introduction)
Level 2: Left-aligned, bold, title case (e.g., Background Information)
Level 3: Left-aligned, bold, italicized, title case (e.g., Historical Context)
Level 4: Indented, bold, title case, ends with a period (e.g., Key Findings.)
Level 5: Indented, bold, italicized, title case, ends with a period (e.g., Future Research.)
5. In-Text Citations
Single Author: (Author, Year)
Example: (Smith, 2020)
Two Authors: (Author1 & Author2, Year)
Example: (Smith & Johnson, 2020)
Three or More Authors: (Author1 et al., Year)
Example: (Smith et al., 2020)
Direct Quotes: Include the page number in the citation.
Example: (Smith, 2020, p. 15)
6. Reference List
Placement: On a new page, titled "References" centered at the top.
Format: Use a hanging indent (first line flush left, subsequent lines indented 0.5 inches).
Order: List entries alphabetically by the last name of the first author.
Examples of Reference List Entries
Books:
Author, A. A. (Year). Title of book: Subtitle if applicable. Publisher.
Example: Smith, J. A. (2020). Understanding psychology: An overview. Academic Press.
Journal Articles:
Author, A. A. (Year). Title of article. Title of Journal, volume number (issue number), page range. doi.org/xx.xxx...
Example: Brown, L. B., & Green, C. R. (2021). Cognitive development in early childhood. Journal of Child Psychology, 45(3), 245-259. doi.org/10.103...
Webpages:
Author, A. A. (Year, Month Date). Title of webpage. Website Name. URL
Example: Johnson, M. (2023, July 15). The impact of social media on communication. Digital Trends. www.digitaltre...
Key Points to Remember
Consistency: Ensure consistent application of formatting rules throughout the document.
Clarity: Use clear and concise language to enhance readability.
Accuracy: Double-check citations and references for accuracy and completeness.
By adhering to these guidelines, you ensure that your work is presented in a professional and standardized manner, facilitating easier reading and evaluation.
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