How to Format an APA Paper According to 6th Edition Standards

D'Aja M. Anderson

Strayer University

CIS105 Introduction to Information Systems

Dr. Romy Lu

February 9, 2014

Abstract

The Abstract is often optional for research papers. Students enrolled in courses at Strayer University should verify with the instructor if an Abstract is required for the paper. The Abstract should be written in block form, which means that the paragraph should not be indented. The Abstract should contain between 150 and 250 words and should not contain in-text citations or references. The Abstract provides a brief summary of the paper and usually contains words such as, "This paper will discuss?", or "The purpose of this paper is to?" The Abstract should not to be confused with the thesis statement....