APA Style & Citations For Dummies

Master APA Style^® so you can write right

The detailed writing style required by the American Psychological Association provides consistency in research writing across the behavioral and social sciences. That said, it can also cause headaches for novices and veterans alike. This handy guide uses a friendly approach to explain the essential elements of APA style in plain English, with specific examples you’re likely to encounter. It covers formatting, citation, grammar, punctuation, and so much more, and even shows how APA style can help you resolve issues.

Inside. . .

• APA in the classroom
• Writing for academic success
• Plagiarism protection strategies
• An approach for revising
• A guide to front & back matter
• Important formatting guidelines
• First-year APA essays
• APA report writing