Online Resources
Formatting and Citation
American Psychological Association (APA) format
Find information on APA style and format with examples, provided by the Online Writing Lab at Purdue University. For the definitive guide to APA format, see the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, 5th Edition. The Academic Support Lab has a copy available for reference.
Style Guidelines for Writing Academic Papers in Psychology (APA) (Word) (PDF)
This document was created by the members of the AUS School of Applied Psychology as a quick reference for the APA Guidelines (6th ed.). It is used extensively by AUS writing assistants, faculty and psychology students.
APA "Citation Machine"
Web-based method that requires only simple input about your sources to help you format citations in your paper and on the Reference page. Sponsored by the Landmark Project.
Modern Language Association (MLA) Format
Locate information on MLA style and format, with examples, provided by the Online Writing Lab at Purdue University.
MLA "Citation Machine"
Web-based method that requires only simple input about your sources to help you format citations in your paper and on the Reference page. Sponsored by the Landmark Project.
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English as a Second Language (ESL) or English Language Learners (ELL)
Resource pages and exercises can be found at the following sites:
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Essay Structure
"How is an essay structured?"
This is a great site that shows the basic structure of an essay.
"The Nuts and Bolts of College Writing"
This site features a more in-depth view of the essay writing process.
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Punctuation and Grammar
Grammar and Syntax
Resource pages and exercises provided by the Online Writing Lab at Purdue University.
Punctuation
Questions about punctuation? This site will help with everything from commas to semicolons.
Style
The ultimate source for many generations, Strunk and White's Elements of Style is found here in an online version provided by Bartleby.
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Research
Research and Research Papers
Handouts and exercises on research skills, resources, and the writing of research papers are provided by the Online Writing Lab at Purdue University.
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Test Preparation
West-B/E Preparation
Find preparation materials for individuals applying for admission to state-approved educator preparation programs and persons from other states applying for a Washington residency teaching certificate.
The institution code for Antioch when registering for the West-B/E is 201.
West-B Study Guide — Includes a sample test.
When viewing the online version of the West-B Study Guide, some particularly helpful pages can be found on page 4 ("Study Techniques") and page 18 ("Study Resources That May Be Helpful In Preparing For The WEST-B").
West-E Study Guide — Includes links to endorsement specific sample tests.
West-E Test Taking Strategies — The West-B/E site's recommended strategies.
Washington State Teacher Endorsement Competencies — Washington State's site listing the official competencies for state endorsements.
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