EndNote
EndNote is a program for managing bibliographic citations. It simplifies much of the work of organizing and formatting citations and bibliographies in your writing. EndNote works with Microsoft Word and other word processing programs to automatically add references to your paper and format your bibliography into a proper citation style.
How to:
• set up your free EndNote online account (provided by Vanderbilt)
• sync your online account with your desktop version (if you have the paid version)
• share libraries
• set up Cite While You Write
- Endnote Desktop - Start Up Guide (Paid Version) for setting up sync between desktop version and online account, sharing citations, & cite while you write
- Endnote Online - Set Up Instructions (Free Version) for setting up your online account, adding citations, sharing citations, & cite while you write
Training Videos:
- How to use EndNote 21 in seven minutes: macOSVideo tutorial, available from Endnote.com
- How to use EndNote 21 in seven minutes: WindowsVideo tutorial, available from Endnote.com
EndNote Support, Training, and Other Resources
- EndNote Online TrainingInformation on using EndNote Online, with links to resources. Available from EndNote.com
- Endnote Online - Quick GuideQuick Reference Guide for Online
The VU & VUMC Software Stores offer discounted price on the desktop version: EndNote 20
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American Psychological Association (APA) Citation Style
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is the dominant style used in the social sciences and the required style for VUSN.
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APA citation style provides a standard system for giving credit to others for their contribution to your work
1st Determine what types of sources you have.
2nd Formulate in text citations and reference.
3rd Follow APA guidelines for formatting your paper.
- Handouts/Notes for 2021 PowerPoint PresentationAPA PowerPoint slides with notes for each slide.
Use these resources if you have questions
APA Style Blog is great when you need help with citing a source or working with an unusual resource
Style and Grammar Guidelines can be used to answer questions on formatting, grammar, mechanics, in-text citations, references, and more.
One-on-on Writing Support at the Writing Studio
Getting feedback benefits writers at all skill levels. Writing Studio consultants can offer a fresh perspective on any of your writing projects. The Vanderbilt Writing Studio staff is available to help students master the skills of writing at any stage in the writing process.
This may include anything
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create an outline
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effectively incorporate the evidence into your papers
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revise a paper
The Writing Studio is an important member of the academic support team.
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Writing Studio Resources
Find handouts, dictionaries, grammar guides, and more.
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Schedule an Appointment with a Writing Tutor
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Checklists & Sample Papers
- APA Top 10top 10 formats/guidelines
