Guest: NAIWE’s Benefit Partner Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association

In this session, APA Style experts will answer frequently asked questions about APA Style, note areas that copyeditors should watch for, dispel some APA Style myths, and share resources the APA Style team has created for learning APA Style.

Here’s what you can expect to learn in this class:

•         The background of APA

•         Influences from other industries

•         APA basics and guidelines

•         Benefits of using APA

•         Why APA has guidelines, not rules

Duration: 1 hour

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. NAIWE members receive 15% off the print version of the APA style guide!