Most databases have tools that create citations. Try the EBSCO tools below to copy/paste/edit citations, as needed to match your assignment requirements. Always check the citation references for accuracy with the print style manual and your professor's requirements.
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APA Style Manuals
APA (American Psychological Association) Manual format is used by the behavioral and social sciences, including business, education, nursing, psychology, and sociology. References (citations) generally contain author, year of publication, title and publication information. APA style documentation uses in-text parenthetical references with author date.
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- Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (7th Edition) by The Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, Seventh Edition is the official source for APA Style. With millions of copies sold worldwide in multiple languages, it is the style manual of choice for writers, researchers, editors, students, and educators in the social and behavioral sciences, natural sciences, nursing, communications, education, business, engineering, and other fields. Known for its authoritative, easy-to-use reference and citation system, the Publication Manual also offers guidance on choosing the headings, tables, figures, language, and tone that will result in powerful, concise, and elegant scholarly communication. It guides users through the scholarly writing process-from the ethics of authorship to reporting research through publication. The seventh edition is an indispensable resource for students and professionals to achieve excellence in writing and make an impact with their work. The seventh edition has been thoroughly revised and updated to reflect best practices in scholarly writing and publishing. All formats are in full color, with a new tabbed spiral version Improved ease of navigation, with many additional numbered sections to help users quickly locate answers to their questions Resources for students on writing and formatting annotated bibliographies, response papers, and other paper types as well as guidelines on citing course materials Dedicated chapter for new users of APA Style covering paper elements and format, including sample papers for both professional authors and student writers New chapter on journal article reporting standards that includes updates to reporting standards for quantitative research and the first-ever qualitative and mixed methods reporting standards in APA Style New chapter on bias-free language guidelines for writing about people with respect and inclusivity in areas including age, disability, gender, participation in research, race and ethnicity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, and intersectionality More than 100 new reference examples covering periodicals, books, audiovisual media, social media, webpages and websites, and legal resources More than 40 new sample tables and figures Expanded guidance on ethical writing and publishing practices, including how to ensure the appropriate level of citation, avoid plagiarism and self-plagiarism, and navigate the publication process Guidelines that support accessibility for all users, including simplified reference, in-text citation, and heading formats as well as additional font optionsCall Number: BF76.7.P83Publication Date: 2019-10-01
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The DOI
Digital Object Identifiers, or DOIs, are persistent links used in scientific and scholarly publishing to provide a permanent electronic address to avoid the problems of broken, outdated, or changed links. opens new windowThe DOI System provides a means for managing information in changing digital environments.
- opens new windowDOIs and URLs (APA Style)
American Psychological Association Web Pages
opens new windowAPA Style Central
- opens new windowAPA Style.org: Introduction PDF
- opens new windowAPA Style 7th Edition: Supplemental Resources
- APA Style; Quick Reference Guide - Basic citation formats according to the APA 7th edition style manual.
- APA Style: Reference Examples (web) - Examples of the most common works that writers cite.
- opens new windowopens new opens new windowwindowAPA Style: Frequently Asked Questions - Provides sample papers to view.
- opens new windowAPA Style: How do you reference a web page that lists no author?
- opens new windowAPA Style: Quick Answers—References
- opens new windowAPA Style: What is a digital object identifies. or DOI?
- Creating an APA style reference list - A guide to formatting the Reference list according to APA style
- APA Sample Paper
APA Tutorials:
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Examples of APA Format
- opens new window7.02 Books, Reference Books, and Book Chapters - Citation examples for Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM), PDF
The EBSCO "Cite" Tool
In an EBSCO database, such as opens new windowAcademic Search Complete or opens new windowAPA PsycInfo, click the Cite link located in the Tools menu on the right sidebar. (The "Tools" menu is only available on the item record and does not show up on the results page.) Choose a format style then copy, paste, and edit the citation to match your course requirements.
EBSCO Folder and Citations
The EBSCO folder is a personal information management tool to save articles, save searches, create citations lists, and more. Create a folder, then sign in to your folder when you search any EBSCO database. Note: Items added to the default folder are NOT saved; you must be signed in to your Folder. Tutorial: opens new windowMy EBSCOhost Folder (3:15 mins.)
For a single citation access your EBSCO folder. Click a title to view the detailed record. Click the Cite button. Choose a format style then copy, paste, and edit the citation to match your course requirements.
For multiple citations:
- Access the your EBSCO folder.
In the folder: - Click checkboxes to mark items to be cited.
- Click the Print icon (in the right toolbar).
In the Print Manager window: - Uncheck HTML Full Text and Search History boxes, if showing and checked.
- Choose a Citation Format.
- Click Print (items are reformatted). Cancel the print, then copy/paste/edit citations according to your course and professor requirements.