Creating a Research Paper in APA Format

Book Turning A Page. Creating a Research Paper in APA Format.

Objectives. 2. To understand the basics of APA format To identify the structure of an APA Research Paper To identify resources and tools need to complete APA paper.

Navigating the Process. 3. Select a topic Conduct preliminary research Develop a research question or thesis statement Create an outline Gather data and evidence Analyze and interpret data Write the paper Cite your sources Revise and edit Write the abstract (if required) Write conclusion Proofread Submit Assignment.

APA Formatting. 4. Title Page Include page number, the title of your research paper, your name, your institutional affiliation, course number and title, Faculty/Professor, date assignment due. (Running Head not required on Title Page for Student Paper) Abstract Provide a brief summary of your research paper (no more than 250 words)/per instructor’s directions Highlight the purpose, methods, results, and conclusions of your study. Introduction Introduce your research topic and provide background information. Clearly state your research question or thesis statement. Briefly review relevant literature to establish the context and rationale for your study. Outline the structure of your paper. Literature Review Summarize and critically analyze existing research and literature related to your topic. Identify gaps or controversies in the literature that your study aims to address. Organize the literature based on themes or relevant subtopics. Methodology Describe the research design, including the type of study, participants, and data collection methods. Clearly explain how you collected and analyzed your data. Discuss any ethical considerations and measures taken to protect participants. Include key words, acronyms, or phrases that describe the most important aspects of your paper. Recommend completing this section last..

APA Formatting. 5. Results Present your findings in a clear and concise manner. Use tables, figures, or charts to display quantitative data. Include appropriate statistical analyses and significance levels. Provide factual information without interpretation or discussion. Discussion Interpret your findings and explain their significance in relation to your research question. Compare your results with previous studies and discuss any similarities or differences. Consider the limitations of your study and suggest areas for future research. Discuss the practical implications and applications of your findings. Conclusion Summarize the main points of your research paper. Restate your research question or thesis statement. Highlight the contributions and implications of your study. Avoid introducing new information or arguments in the conclusion. References List all the sources cited in your research paper. Follow A-P-A guidelines for formatting the references, including proper citation style, indentation, and punctuation. Appendices (if applicable) Include any additional materials that are relevant to your study, such as surveys, interview transcripts, or raw data. Provide a reliable way to locate information from previous scholars..

Tools and Resources. 6. Resources: Books Journals Magazines News paper Internet Library Tools Microsoft Word or Google Doc Grammarly Word Tune Editor in Word Google it to find more tools and resources.

References. 7. American Psychological Association. (2020). Publication manual of the American Psychological Association 2020: the official guide to A-P-A style (7th ed.). American Psychological Association, p.28.