Guided Learning Activities
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APA Style 1 (Formatting and Structure)


Introduction


Many of the papers you have to write in college must follow a set of format guidelines. In the humanities, it is common to use the Modern Language Association style (MLA), while in the sciences, papers follow the American Psychological Association style (APA).

In this guided learning activity, you will cover an introduction the the APA style.

By the end of this activity, you should be able to:
  • Identify APA 6th Edition guidelines, including formatting, and structure of an APA paper.


Let's get started!


If at any time you need help, please ask a tutor.

Step 1:

First you'll need to make sure you have the handouts for this activity. If you don't, ask a tutor to help you.

Step 2:

View this PowerPoint presentation. Take notes as needed. At the end of the PowerPoint, you will see instructions to open a link to a sample paper and identify the different formatting and/or structure rules on each page.

STOP and review your worksheet with a tutor.

Step 3:

Complete the quiz and self-reflection in the handouts.

Step 4:

Review your work with a tutor.

That's it. You are done! Thank you for completing this guided learning activity.