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What is the main reason for using consistent spelling variations, such as British or American English, in academic writing?
Plagiarism is not considered a serious offense in academia.
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Match the following terms with their correct descriptions:
Plagiarism = Presenting someone else's work as your own Paraphrasing = Rewriting information in your own words In-text citation = A method to reference sources within the text APA style = A specific format used for academic papers
Which of the following is a proper practice when using in-text citations?
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Long lists of stimuli are best presented in a table in academic writing.
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What is the format for level 1 headings in APA style?
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In APA style, it is acceptable to describe participants by their nationality without qualification.
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An academic work should have at least five main sections.
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Match the following level headings with their descriptions:
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Which of the following phrases should be avoided when referring to participants?
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Match each heading level with its correct description.
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Which section could include additional materials like questionnaires or demographic characteristics?
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Using quotations in your work is encouraged in APA style as long as they are properly referenced.
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The actual headings in an APA style paper cannot vary based on the type of paper.
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What language is discouraged when referring to individuals in research?
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Authors should write their work in their own words from ______ to finish.
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What should you avoid to prevent plagiarism in academic writing?
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The section titled __________ refers to a comprehensive list of references cited in the work.
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Study Notes
APA Style
- APA Style is a convention for academic writing in Psychology.
- It is used by most universities and Psychology journals worldwide.
- It sets out a standardized approach for writing and referencing academic works.
- The APA style is governed by the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association.
- This guide is based on the 7th edition of the Publication Manual published in 2020.
Formatting of an Academic Work
- All papers should start with a title page.
- Typical title page elements may include:
- Title of the paper
- Author’s name
- Author’s affiliation
- Course number and name
- Tutor’s name
- Due date.
- If anonymized, students should not include their names or Hope IDs.
- Papers should include a page number in the top right corner of each page.
- Font type and size should be consistent throughout the work.
- Common font options include: 12-point Times New Roman, 11-point Calibri, or 12-point Arial.
- The entire paper should be double-spaced with 1-inch margins on all sides.
Structure of an Academic Work
- Traditional academic works contain five main sections:
- Introduction
- Method
- Results
- Discussion
- References
- The Method section typically has four subsections:
- Participants
- Materials
- Procedure
- Design (or Data Analysis)
- APA style guidelines for research papers usually include the five sections.
- The actual headings can vary based on the type of paper.
- Some papers include a section titled Appendices or Supplementary Materials.
- These materials might include:
- Detailed participant demographics
- Questionnaires used
- Characteristics or examples of stimuli
- Tabular data containing analysis outcomes
- Graphic illustrations that may overload the main narrative.
Format of Paper Headings
- APA Style has five levels of headings.
- Level 1 is the highest level, followed by subsequent sublevels (2 through 5).
- The number of headings used depends on the length and complexity of the work.
- A short student paper may not require any headings.
APA Writing Style
- APA Style advocates for clear, concise, and inclusive writing.
- It emphasizes appropriate source crediting and predictable paper organization.
- The style encourages language that affirms individuals' worth and dignity.
- Authors are urged to plan for ethical compliance and report critical research details.
- Tables and figures should present information in an engaging and readable manner.
### In-text Citations and Quotations
- Proper in-text referencing is crucial to avoid plagiarism.
- Plagiarism involves stealing intellectual property and presenting it as one's own work.
- To avoid plagiarism, acknowledge all sources used.
- Paraphrase information, re-writing it in your own words, and reference it appropriately.
- Double quotation marks are used when quoting a small passage verbatim.
- Include author(s) surname(s), year of publication, and page number within the quotation marks.
- Use quotations sparingly and only when necessary.
- In empirical studies, quotations should be as short as possible.
Figures and Tables
- Long lists of stimuli are best presented in tables.
References and Referencing Format
- Reference list entries should be structured in a specific format.
- Examples of APA referencing are provided in the document.
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Test your knowledge on APA Style guidelines for academic writing in Psychology with this quiz. Cover important elements such as title page requirements, font consistency, and proper referencing as outlined in the 7th edition of the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association. Perfect for students and educators alike!
