The frequently asked questions drop down menu below lists commonly asked questions. Your query may be listed here to help other students.
Please refer to the APA handbook for your referencing
https://guides.library.lincoln.ac.uk/learn/referencing
For queries please consult:
APA style https://apastyle.apa.org/
or the APA blog https://apastyle.apa.org/blog
What should I do if an article has no issue number?
If there is no issue number, you can miss this information out.
How do I reference a report with a named author?
If there is an author for a government report, include the government department after the title, see the APA referencing handbook for an example.
How do I reference the Children and Families Act?
Each act has a c. number or chapter number to reference. See the section on Acts of Parliament in the APA guide.
I have referred to Piaget using a book by another author. Who do I reference
This is a secondary reference. Generally, academics prefer you not to use secondary references. However If you are using the ideas/ comments or thoughts of someone discussing Piaget, then reference the source you have used.
How do I lay out my reference list?
The title needs to be centred and bold. you also need to use double line spacing. You may, however, be told otherwise by your lecturer or module handbook. Always follow their advice.
What should I do if an article doesn't have page numbers?
Page numbers are often missing on open access articles, these can be omitted for your reference.
What should I do if an article doesn't have a DOI?
Not all articles have a DOI. If it does it should be clearly stated on the PDF or on the article landing page on the publisher's website!
How do I reference school policies to ensure confidentiality?
The reference list is School A. (year). School policy or Ofsted report in italics. Do not add in a web address or name the school in the policy. If the school policy gives your school details or doesn't ensure confidentiality for example: Special school behaviour policy please just use the policy name Behaviour policy and keep it as simple as possible.
