APA-Style-for-English-for-Academic-Purposes-1667225697

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This document provides a comprehensive guide to formatting academic papers in APA style, specifically tailored for English courses at Georgian College. It details essential formatting requirements for the header, margins, paper size, and the placement of page numbers. The guide also outlines the structure and content of the title page, including the paper's title, author's name, course information, instructor's name, and the date. Specific instructions are given for font selection, emphasizing Times New Roman, 12-point size, with allowances for other standard fonts. The document elaborates on the elements of the title itself, requiring it to be centered, in all caps, and reflective of the paper's topic. Furthermore, it specifies that the main text should be double-spaced and positioned in the top half of the page. This resource is designed to assist students in adhering to academic writing standards for their English for Academic Purposes coursework.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryPaper Templates

FormatPDF

Pages31

Reading Time11 min

AccessFree to download

Header and Page Numbering

Margins and Paper Size

Title Page Requirements

Title

Author and Course Information

Font and Spacing

FAQs

What are the margin and paper size requirements for an APA-style paper?

The document specifies 1-inch (2.54 cm) margins and US Letter size paper (8 1/2 x 11 inches), explicitly stating NOT A4.

How should the title page be formatted?

The title page should include the paper's title in all caps, centered and bolded, the author's first and last name, the course name and code, the instructor's name, and the date. The title should be placed 3 or 4 lines down from the top of the page.

What are the font and spacing guidelines for the main body of the paper?

The main body of the paper should be centered and double-spaced. Times New Roman, 12-point size is recommended, though other fonts are permissible as long as they are consistent.

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