Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association Hardcover

by American Psychological Association

• ISBN13: 9781433832154
• ISBN10: 1433832151
• eBook ISBN(s): 9781433832185
• Additional ISBN(s): 9781433805592
• Edition: 7th
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2019-10-01
• Publisher: American Psychological Association
• More Book Details

About This Book

Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, 7th Edition

The Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, 7th Edition, is an indispensable resource for students and professionals in the field of psychology. This comprehensive guide is designed to help users achieve excellence in writing and make an impact with their work. It offers detailed guidance on choosing headings, tables, figures, language, and tone to result in powerful, concise, and elegant scholarly communication.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and professionals in psychology, education, and related fields. It is a go-to resource for anyone looking to improve their writing skills, particularly those involved in research and academic publishing. The manual is also essential for educators teaching courses in psychology and related disciplines.

History and Editions

The 7th edition of the Publication Manual has been thoroughly revised and updated to reflect best practices in scholarly writing and publishing. This edition includes new chapters on journal article reporting standards (JARS) and bias-free language guidelines. It also features updated style guidelines for punctuation, italics, capitalization, abbreviations, and numbers. The manual has been designed with easy navigation in mind, with topics divided into numbered sections to help users quickly locate the information they need.

Author and Other Works

The Publication Manual is authored by the American Psychological Association (APA), a leading scientific and professional organization representing psychology in the United States. The APA has been a standard in the field of psychology for decades, providing a framework for scholarly communication that facilitates the exchange of new ideas and research.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Coverage: The manual covers all aspects of scholarly writing, from ethics of authorship to reporting research through publication.
• Easy Navigation: Topics are divided into numbered sections for quick reference.
• Updated Style Guidelines: Includes new chapters on JARS and bias-free language.
• Resources for Students: Provides guidance on writing and formatting annotated bibliographies, response papers, and other paper types.
• Dedicated Chapter for New Users: Covers paper elements and format, including sample papers for both professional authors and student writers.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Print ISBN: 9781433832154
• eText ISBN: 9781433832185
• Digital-Perpetual Access (VitalSource): Available through VitalSource[1][3]

Publication Details

• Publisher: American Psychological Association
• Publication Date: October 1, 2019
• Number of Pages: 428
• Language: English
• Dimensions: 6.90(w) x 10.10(h) x 0.90(d)[5]

Other Editions and Formats

While there are no other editions of the 7th edition available, the following formats are accessible:

• eBook: Available with built-in study tools like highlights and read aloud features[1].
• Offline Access: Can be accessed anytime and anywhere[1].

Related ISBNs

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• Effective Writing in Psychology: Papers, Posters, and Presentations by Agatha M. Beins and Bernard C. Beins[2].
• Handbook of Academic Writing for Librarians by Christopher V. Hollister[2].
• APA: The Easy Way (Updated for 7th Edition) by Michele M. Pratt, Peggy M. Houghton, and Timothy J. Houghton[2].
• The Handbook of Scholarly Writing and Publishing by Timothy Gary Hatcher and Tonette S. Rocco[2].

This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, 7th Edition, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.

Author Biography

The American Psychological Association is the leading scientific and professional organization representing psychology in the United States, with researchers, educators, clinicians, consultants, and students as its members.

Table of Contents

List of Tables and Figures
Editorial Staff and Contributors
Acknowledgments
Introduction
 
1. Scholarly Writing and Publishing Principles
Types of Articles and Papers
ETHICAL, LEGAL, AND PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS IN PUBLISHING
Ensuring the Accuracy of Scientific Findings
Protecting the Rights and Welfare of Research Participants and Subjects
Protecting Intellectual Property Rights
 
2. Paper Elements and Format
Required Elements
Paper Elements
Format
Organization
SAMPLE PAPERS
 
3. Journal Article Reporting Standards
Overview of Reporting Standards
Common Reporting Standards Across Research Designs
Reporting Standards for Quantitative Research
Reporting Standards for Qualitative Research
Reporting Standards for Mixed Methods Research
 
4. Writing Style and Grammar
EFFECTIVE SCHOLARLY WRITING
Continuity and Flow
Conciseness and Clarity
GRAMMAR AND USAGE
Verbs
Pronouns
Sentence Construction
Strategies to Improve Your Writing
 
5. Bias-Free Language Guidelines
General Guidelines for Reducing Bias
Reducing Bias by Topic
 
6. Mechanics of Style
Punctuation
Spelling
Capitalization
Italics
Abbreviations
Numbers
Statistical and Mathematical Copy
Presentation of Equations
Lists
 
7. Tables and Figures
General Guidelines for Tables and Figures
Tables
SAMPLE TABLES
Figures
SAMPLE FIGURES
 
8. Works Credited in the Text
General Guidelines for Citation
Works Requiring Special Approaches to Citation
In-Text Citations
Paraphrases and Quotations
 
9. Reference List
Reference Categories
Principles of Reference List Entries
REFERENCE ELEMENTS
Author
Date
Title
Source
Reference Variations
Reference List Format and Order
 
10. Reference Examples
Author Variations
Date Variations
Title Variations
Source Variations
Textual Works
Data Sets, Software, and Tests
Audiovisual Media
Online Media
 
11. Legal References
General Guidelines for Legal References
Legal Reference Examples
 
12. Publication Process
Preparing for Publication
Understanding the Editorial Publication Process
Manuscript Preparation
Copyright and Permission Guidelines
During and After Publication
 
Credits for Adapted Tables, Figures, and Papers
References
Index