Handouts and Guides
The following are instructional aids for the seventh edition Publication Manual, Concise Guide to APA Style, and Mastering APA Style Student Workbook. (No login required)
Note: These resources are in PDF format.
- APA Style Manual Lookup Activity
- APA Style Research Article Activity
- APA Style Tip Sheet
- Guide to What’s New in the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, Seventh Edition
- Student Paper Checklist (Concise Guide Version)
- Student Paper Checklist (Publication Manual Version)
- Test Your APA Style Knowledge Quiz
Paper Format
Note: These resources are in PDF format.
- Abstract and Keywords Guide
- Discussion Phrases Guide
- Heading Levels Template: Student Paper
- Heading Levels Template: Professional Paper
- Student Paper Setup Guide
- Student Title Page Guide
In-Text Citations
Note: These resources are in PDF format.
- Avoiding Plagiarism Guide
- In-Text Citation Checklist
- Paraphrasing and Citation Activities
- Six Steps to Proper Citation Infographic
Reference List
Note: These resources are in PDF format.
- APA Style Guide to Common Reference Examples
- APA Style References Formatting Activity (.docx)
- APA Style Reference Guide for Journal Articles, Books, and Edited Book Chapters
- APA Style Scaffolded Reference Elements Worksheet
- Creating an APA Style Reference List Guide
- Journal Article Reference Checklist
Mechanics of Style and Writing Style