Video Transcripts:

Module Preview: Introduction to APA Style

Last updated 10/4/2016

 

Visual: Video opens to the module’s title, an image of the APA manual’s cover, and the phrase “creating clarity and citing sources.”

Audio: The Introduction to APA Style module teaches students why APA is used in social sciences and at Walden, as well as the principles behind its citing and style rules. 

 

 

Visual:  The slide changes to the following text: This module might be a good fit if you

• Are new to academic writing,
• Are new to APA, or
• Unsure why APA style is used at Walden and in the social sciences.

Audio: This module might be a good fit if you are new to academic writing, are new to APA, or unsure why APA style is used at Walden and in the social sciences.

 

Visual: Slide changes to show the module in Adobe Connect, highlighting the

• Premodule quiz
• Five tutorials
• Postmodule quiz
• Certificate of completion

A screenshot of each tutorial appears as the speaker talks about them.

Audio: This interactive, self-paced module includes a premodule quiz, five tutorials, a postmodule quiz, and a certificate of completion. Once you complete the premodule quiz, the five tutorials will become available. These tutorials will provide you with an introduction of style guides and APA; a discussion of when to use APA; tips for maintaining your individuality and creativity while using APA; and tips for learning APA style.

Once you complete the tutorials, take the postmodule quiz until you pass with an 80% score, at which time you can save a certificate of completion.

 

Visual: A screenshot of a “Congratulations!” message appears.

Audio:  APA style is an important component of writing at Walden. When you’re ready to start learning about APA style, register for and complete this module!

 

Visual: Slide changes to the following text: Questions? E-mail wcwebinars@mail.waldenu.edu.