How do I properly use APA citation style?

How do I properly use APA citation style?

To use APA citation style, you need to follow specific guidelines for formatting references and in-text citations. What specific aspect do you need help with?

Can you give me an example of an in-text citation?

Sure! For a book by an author named John Smith published in 2020, you would cite it in-text as (Smith, 2020). If you quote directly, include the page number: (Smith, 2020, p. 15).

What about citing a journal article?

For a journal article, the in-text citation would look similar. For example, if the article is by Jane Doe from 2021, you would cite it as (Doe, 2021). Make sure to include the full reference in your reference list.

How do I format the reference list in APA?

The reference list in APA should be on a new page titled 'References'. Each entry should have a hanging indent, and the format generally includes the author's last name, first initial, publication year, title of the work, and source information.