New apa citation
The American Psychological Association (APA) has updated its citation style to the 7th edition, which was published in 2020. Here are some key changes and updates:
New Features:
- In-text citations: APA 7th edition uses a new format for in-text citations, which includes the author's last name and year of publication, separated by a comma.
- Reference list: The reference list is now called the "References" list, and it includes a hanging indent for each entry.
- DOI (Digital Object Identifier): APA 7th edition recommends including DOIs in citations, especially for online sources.
- URLs: APA 7th edition no longer requires URLs in citations, but you can include them if the source is not stable or if the URL is relevant to the content.
- Retrieved dates: APA 7th edition recommends including retrieved dates for online sources, especially if the source is not stable or if the content is likely to change.
Changes to Citation Formats:
- Journal articles: The format for citing journal articles has changed slightly, with the addition of a DOI or URL.
- Book chapters: The format for citing book chapters has changed, with the addition of the chapter title and the editor's name.
- Thesis and dissertations: The format for citing theses and dissertations has changed, with the addition of the degree level and the institution.
- Online sources: APA 7th edition provides new guidelines for citing online sources, including social media, blogs, and online articles.
Examples of APA 7th Edition Citations:
- Journal article: Smith, J. (2020). The effects of climate change on mental health. Journal of Environmental Psychology, 66, 102345. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jep.2020.102345
- Book chapter: Johnson, K. (2020). The impact of social media on mental health. In J. Smith (Ed.), The psychology of social media (pp. 123-145). New York, NY: Routledge.
- Online article: World Health Organization. (2020, February 10). Mental health in the workplace. Retrieved from https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/mental-health-in-the-workplace
Tools and Resources:
- APA Style Guide: The official APA Style Guide is available online and provides detailed guidelines for citing sources in APA style.
- APA Citation Generator: APA offers a citation generator tool that can help you create citations in APA style.
- EndNote: EndNote is a citation management tool that can help you format your citations and references in APA style.
Remember to always check the APA website for the most up-to-date information on citation style and formatting.