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Typing Template for APA Papers: A Sample of Proper Formatting for the APA 6th Edition

This is an electronic template for papers written in APA style (American Psychological Association, 2010). The purpose of the template is to help the student set the margins and spacing. Margins are set at 1 inch for top, bottom, left, and right. The type is left-justified only—that means the left margin is straight, but the right margin is ragged.

Each paragraph is indented five spaces. It is best to use the tab key to indent. The line spacing is double throughout the paper, even on the reference page. One space is used after punctuation at the end of sentences. The font style used in this template is Times New Roman and the font size is 12.

First Heading The heading above would be used if you want to have your paper divided into sections based on content. This is the first level of heading, and it is centered and bolded with each word of four letters or more capitalized. The heading should be a short descriptor of the section. Note that not all papers will have headings or subheadings in them. First Subheading The subheading above would be used if there are several sections within the topic labeled in a heading.

The subheading is flush left and bolded, with each word of four letters or more capitalized. Second Subheading APA dictates that you should avoid having only one subsection heading and subsection within a section. In other words, use at least two subheadings under a main heading, or do not use any at all. When you are ready to write, and after having read these instructions completely, you can delete these directions and start typing. The formatting should stay the same.

However, one item that you will have to change is the page header, which is placed at the top of each page along with the page number. The words included in the page header should be reflective of the title of your paper, so that if the pages are intermixed with other papers they will be identifiable. When using Word 2003, double click on the words in the page header. This should enable you to edit the words. You should not have to edit the page numbers.

In addition to spacing, APA style includes a special way of citing resource articles. See the APA manual for specifics regarding in-text citations. The APA manual also discusses the desired tone of writing, grammar, punctuation, formatting for numbers, and a variety of other important topics. Although the APA style rules are used in this template, the purpose of the template is only to demonstrate spacing and the general parts of the paper. The student will need to refer to the APA manual for other format directions.

GCU has prepared an APA Style Guide available in the Student Writing Center for additional help in correctly formatting according to APA style. The reference list should appear at the end of a paper (see the next page). It provides the information necessary for a reader to locate and retrieve any source you cite in the body of the paper. Each source you cite in the paper must appear in your reference list; likewise, each entry in the reference list must be cited in your text. A sample reference page is included below; this page includes examples of how to format different reference types (e.g., books, journal articles, information from a website).

Paper For Above instruction

The following paper exemplifies proper APA 6th Edition formatting, demonstrating how to structure a professional academic document, including formatting, headings, citations, and references. It provides a comprehensive guide for students to adhere to APA style guidelines effectively, ensuring clarity, consistency, and scholarly rigor in academic writing.

Proper formatting in APA style begins with page margins set at one inch on all sides, double-spacing throughout the document, and Times New Roman font size 12. Indentation of paragraphs with five spaces is essential for proper structure, along with headers for sections and subsections to organize content logically. The page header or running head should include a shortened version of the paper's title, aligned to the left, with the page number aligned to the right, appearing on every page.

Headings in APA style serve to organize the content, starting with level one headings that are centered and bolded, with each major word capitalized. Subheadings within sections are flush left and bolded, with the same capitalization rule. When multiple subheadings are used within a section, at least two should be included to avoid underutilization of headings.

In-text citations in APA format include the author's last name and the year of publication, enclosed in parentheses, and are placed immediately after the referenced information. For example, a citation might read: (American Psychological Association, 2010). When citing a source directly, include page numbers if available, such as (Herbst-Damm & Kulik, 2005, p. 225).

The reference list at the end of the paper provides full details of all sources cited, formatted according to APA guidelines. Examples include books, journal articles, and online sources. It is mandatory that each work cited in the text appears in the reference list and vice versa, to maintain academic integrity and enable readers to locate sources confidently.

Adhering to APA style also involves careful attention to tone, grammar, punctuation, and the proper presentation of numbers and statistics. The APA manual (6th edition) offers detailed instructions on these aspects, ensuring that scholarly writing meets professional standards. The GCU APA Style Guide serves as a supplementary resource for students seeking additional clarification and examples for correct formatting.

In conclusion, mastering APA 6th Edition formatting is fundamental for academic success in social sciences and related fields. It facilitates clear communication of ideas and research findings, supports academic credibility, and aligns with scholarly publishing standards. Consistent application of these formatting principles will ultimately enhance the quality and professionalism of academic writing.

References

• American Psychological Association. (2010). Publication manual of the American Psychological Association (6th ed.). Washington, DC: Author.
• Daresh, J. C. (2004). Beginning the assistant principalship: A practical guide for new school administrators. Thousand Oaks, CA: Corwin.
• Herbst-Damm, K. L., & Kulik, J. A. (2005). Volunteer support, marital status, and the survival times of terminally ill patients. Health Psychology, 24, 225-231. https://doi.org/10.1037/0278-6133.24.2.225
• U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. (2003). Managing asthma: A guide for schools (NIH Publication No. ). Retrieved from https://health.nih.gov/publications/aidr/asthma_sch.pdf
• Simà³a, R., & Hernà¡ndez, C. (2002). Treatment of diabetes mellitus: General goals and clinical practice management. Revista Española de Cardiología, 55(8).