APA Citation Practices and Guidelines

This video tutorial guides users on how to effectively use the Purdue OWL website for APA 7th edition citations. It covers in-text citations, reference page formatting, and how to cite works with multiple authors. The tutorial also emphasizes the importance of avoiding plagiarism and provides tips for ensuring academic integrity.

What is the primary purpose of the Purdue OWL website in relation to APA citation?

• To host online classes

• To sell citation software

• To offer resources for APA citation guidance

• To provide a platform for submitting papers

Where can you find information on in-text citations on the Purdue OWL website?

• Under 'MLA Style'

• Under the 'Writing Lab' section

• In the 'APA 7th edition' section

• In the 'Grammar' section

How should you cite a source with three or more authors in-text according to APA 7th edition?

• List all authors' last names

• Use the first author's last name followed by 'et al.'

• Use only the first author's initials

• List the first two authors' last names

What is a recommended resource on the Purdue OWL website for understanding APA reference pages?

• The sample paper for APA style

• The grammar guide

• The MLA citation guide

• The plagiarism checker

What has changed in the APA 7th edition regarding the citation of authors in the reference list?

• You list authors alphabetically regardless of their order in the work

• You only list the first author for all works

• You no longer need to list any authors

• You must list all authors for works with three to twenty authors

When citing a journal article, which of the following is NOT required?

• The DOI or stable URL

• The author's middle name

• The journal's volume and issue number

• The article's page numbers

Why should you avoid using proxy URLs in your citations?

• They are not accessible outside certain networks

• They are not recognized by APA

• They are too short

• They are only for books

What is the consequence of plagiarism in the course mentioned in the video?

• An opportunity to redo the assignment

• A zero on the assignment

• A deduction of points

• A warning

What should you do if you are unsure about how to cite a source?

• Consult the Purdue OWL website

• Guess the format

• Ignore the citation

• Ask a friend

What is the main benefit of using the Purdue OWL website for APA citations?

• It allows you to submit papers for grading

• It offers comprehensive citation guidelines

• It sells APA style guides

• It provides free paper editing services