Academic Writer is a database resource exclusively for learning how to do APA citation and formatting. Click the "Learn" tab to find examples of citations for different sources.
APA Academic Writer (formerly Style Central) is the consummate tool for learning and using APA style for a wide range of users: undergraduates, graduates and faculty. APA Academic Writer offers a plethora of tools to facilitate the writing and research process and to ensure compliance with APA style. Tools include 66 excellent video guides on specific rules or guidelines with direct links to corresponding text in the Publication Manual of the APA; 18 substantive video tutorials on broader topics such as “confounding variables” or “analyzing data”; 10 self-quizzes; 18 sample research papers, 15 sample tables & figures, over 150 sample references, 19 full-text psychology related reference books, a writing and collaboration tool and a manuscript matcher to identify journal candidates for publication. Moreover, most of this content can be embedded in online courses.
Citation managers can help you keep track of the sources you are using. UC Libraries provides access to EndNote and RefWorks. Use the links below to learn more about each citation manager.
