APA Help (6th edition): Body

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     The purpose of this paper is to provide an example of the APA writing style information. Included herein are formatting tips for document layout, general writing tips, and style considerations. Very basic writing fundamentals are included, covering topics from how to start a writing project to paragraph formulation and proofreading.

      The first part of the paper is called the “Introduction” section, yet it does not have a heading that is labeled “Introduction.” Instead, the title of the paper is typed at the top of the first page (be sure to center the title, but do not put it in bold). In this section you would start with an introductory paragraph and thesis statement. A well written essay is similar to a trip. The introduction section is the planning stage where you determine the place, time and method of travel. You might also include the order of the trip and stages of travel. 

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   Use APA formatted headings and subheadings to organize the sections of your paper and to help your reader transition from section to section. A suggestion is to use headings that are in the order of the assignment and evaluation criteria or rubric so your instructor can easily see you have fulfilled each part of the assignment’s content requirements.

   The first heading level is centered, boldface, uppercase and lowercase lettering. Do not start a new page for each heading.

Subheadings

   Subheadings are formatted flush left, boldface, uppercase and lowercase lettering.