Q. How to cite or reference sources using the APA style 7th ed. 2020? (Includes ChatGPT)

Using  APA style (7th ed.2020) online resources is an easy way to create and to check for accuracy of citations

Style & Grammar Guidelines

References with Examples for text; data; audiovisual & online media

“In- Text Citations”

Tip - Includes helpful hints such as source with or without DOI                                                        

Sample Papers of all kinds

The APA Style Blog offers updates, so this becomes the original source of the newest available information.

Speaking of updates – With generative AI (Artificial Intelligence) such as ChatGPT, DALL-E, and other large language models, the Blog contains this APA post –  How to cite ChatGPT  

Alternative options -

The highly respected Purdue OWL is a recommended authentic option.

Purdue OWL. APA Formatting and Style Guide (7^th Edition)

Tips - Use the General APA FAQs for the unusual situations such as “how many times in a paragraph do I need to cite a source?

Questions/comments -       

As always, if you are unsure when doing an assignment, be sure to check with your professor. The course syllabus is another place to look. 

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