CÓMO HACER CITAS Y REFERENCIAS SEGÚN NORMAS APA 7ma. (SÉPTIMA) EDICIÓN

Summary

This tutorial video explains how to properly cite sources and format references according to the APA 7th edition guidelines using Microsoft Word. It covers how to create paraphrased citations, short and long direct quotes, and how to manage references automatically. The video provides step-by-step instructions on inserting citations, handling various source types, and formatting according to APA rules. Additionally, it demonstrates how to generate a reference list and bibliographies without doing it manually. The tutorial concludes with tips on alignment and ensuring proper APA formatting.

Takeaways

• 😀 Paraphrasing involves rephrasing information from a source using your own words, while direct quotes copy the exact words from the source.
• 😀 In Microsoft Word, you can automatically insert citations by selecting the 'Insert Citation' option and filling out source details like author, title, and year.
• 😀 For paraphrased citations, Word formats them with the author’s last name and publication year in the text.
• 😀 Short direct quotes (less than 40 words) require quotation marks and citation details, including the page number, in the format (Author, Year, p. Page).
• 😀 Long direct quotes (40 words or more) don’t use quotation marks, and the text should be indented by 1.27 cm (half an inch).
• 😀 APA 7th edition no longer requires the city of publication in the reference; only the publisher and the edition number if applicable are needed.
• 😀 You can add the edition number of a book if it's not the first edition by entering the edition number in the citation fields.
• 😀 In Word, you can convert a citation into static text to manually add specific details like the page number for direct quotes.
• 😀 For automatic generation of a reference list in APA style, go to the References tab and choose 'Bibliography' to format your citations into a complete reference list.
• 😀 The text should be aligned to the left (not justified) in APA 7th edition formatting, which can be easily adjusted in Word.

Q & A

What are the two types of citations explained in the video?

The video explains two types of citations: paraphrased citations, where the information is restated in the writer's own words, and direct quotes, where the information is copied exactly from the source.

Why is it important to use Microsoft Word when creating citations in APA format?

Microsoft Word helps automate the citation process, making it easier to insert citations and references accurately, following the APA 7th edition guidelines.

How do you cite a book in APA format using Word?

To cite a book, go to the 'References' tab in Word, select 'APA' style, click 'Insert Citation,' and then 'Add New Source.' Fill in the relevant fields for the author, title, year of edition, and publisher.

What is the difference between a short and long direct quote in APA 7th edition?

A short quote has fewer than 40 words and is enclosed in quotation marks, while a long quote has 40 words or more, requires no quotation marks, and is indented with a half-inch margin.

What additional information must be included when citing a short direct quote?

When citing a short quote, you must include the author's last name, year of publication, and the page number where the quote appears.

How do you cite a long direct quote in APA format in Word?

To cite a long quote, ensure it is not in quotation marks, then apply a half-inch indentation, and include the author's last name, year of publication, and page number in the citation.

What is the rule regarding text justification in APA 7th edition?

According to APA 7th edition, the text should be aligned to the left, not justified, to ensure proper formatting.

How can you insert a bibliography automatically in Word?

To insert a bibliography, go to the 'References' tab in Word, select 'Bibliography,' and click 'Insert Bibliography.' Word will generate the references automatically in the correct APA format.

What are the key fields needed when citing a book in Word for APA format?

Key fields include the author's name, the book title (in italics), the year of publication, the edition (if applicable), and the publisher.

How does Word handle references to other types of sources, like articles or websites?

Word automatically formats references for different types of sources, such as articles, websites, or books, according to APA 7th edition guidelines, ensuring accurate citation without manual input.