The Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association is the manual used by most students and authors of psychology and behavioral sciences. Frank D. Covington 2563 Navy Road Fayetteville NC 28306.The American wrote this paper. Psychological Association spent ten years collecting data for the latest edition (the fourth edition). The reward of publication of a paper out weighs the stresses of writing it. Often publication in a scientific journal is a means of career enhancement or career significance. The American Psychological Association uses this book to set forth guidelines in the areas of: manuscript content and organization; idea expression; editorial style; manuscript preparation; and manuscript acceptance (American Psychological Association, 1994).
Idea Expression.
Research is not complete until the results have been shared with the scientific community. Traditionally this sharing is done through scientific journals. The compensation of production of a paper out weighs the stresses of writing it. Often publication in scientific journal is a way to enhance a career or keep a position at a university. The makeup and the order of a thorough document reflect the analytical rationalization in scientific investigation. The manufacture of a document for release to the scientific community is an essential part of the distinctive study venture. Regardless of a person's skills as an author, poor research cannot be disguised. Before writing the report you as the author should examine the research quality. Would you read a report someone wrote on the same research results. You need to know what editors look for. Is it impactful on the scientific community? Are the findings new? Are the results complete? Have all of the proper control factors been implemented? Evaluate the content of your report before your peers ever have the chance to do so. The Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association recommends a few books on this subject.