In academia, knowing how to properly cite sources is essential, and YouTube videos are no exception. In this article, we will show you how to cite in APA YouTube video, so you can give proper credit to the creators of the videos you use in your work. Although it may seem complicated at first, with the right guidance, you will soon master the technique and be able to properly and professionally include YouTube videos in your research.

– Step by step -- How to Cite in APA YouTube Video

How to Cite in APA YouTube Video

• Access the video on YouTube – First, find and access the YouTube video you want to cite in APA format.
• Get the necessary information – Take note of the channel name, publication date, video title, and the full URL of the video.
• Organize the information in APA format – Following APA standards, organize the information you have collected in the following format: Last name, Initial of the name of the channel author (or name of the organization). (Year, Month Day of publication). Video title [Media Type]. Website Name. URL
• Example of APA format to cite a YouTube video – For example: Last name of the channel author, Initial of the name. (Year, Month Day of publication). Video title [Media Type]. YouTube channel name. URL
• Creating the citation in your reference list – Once you have organized the information according to APA format, add the citation to your reference list at the end of your academic paper or project.

FAQ

1. What is the format to cite a YouTube video in APA style?

1. Open the web browser.
2. Login to www.youtube.com.
3. Select the video you want to cite.

2. Where is the citation of a YouTube video placed in a paper in APA style?

1. After the information cited or paraphrased.
2. Before the final period of the sentence.
3. The last name of the video creator, the year of publication and the minute and second of the relevant video are placed in parentheses.

3. How do you cite a YouTube video creator in APA?

1. Last name of the creator, comma, initial(s) of the name.
2. Year of publication in parentheses.
3. Video title in italics.

4. What happens if the creator of the YouTube video is an APA style organization?

1. The name of the organization.
2. Year of publication in parentheses.
3. Video title in italics.

5. How do you cite the publication date of a YouTube video in APA style?

1. It is placed in parentheses.
2. The year is indicated, followed by the abbreviation "month", abbreviation "day".
3. The date and the words “Recovered from” are grouped with the video URL link.

6. How do you cite the URL of a YouTube video in an APA reference?

1. It is placed at the end of the reference.
2. It starts with “Recovered from” followed by the video URL link.
3. The URL must link directly to the cited video.

7. Where is the information needed to cite a YouTube video in APA style?

1. In the “About” section or in the video description on YouTube.
2. It can also be found on the video creator's channel page.
3. Select "Show more" below the video to see additional information, such as the publication date and channel name.

8. Is it necessary to include the name of the YouTube channel in the citation in APA style?

1. Not required, but recommended if the video is part of a recognized channel or is relevant to the topic.
2. It is included in parentheses after the video title.
3. Separate the channel name from the rest of the quote with a comma.

9. Should a YouTube video be cited in the text and in the reference list in APA style?

1. Yes, it must be cited in both parts of the work.
2. The quote is placed in the text after the cited or paraphrased information.
3. A complete entry for the video is included in the reference list.

10. Can a YouTube video be cited in an academic paper in APA style?

1. Yes, you can cite as long as the formatting rules established by APA style are met.
2. It is important to provide the necessary information so that readers can access the video.
3. It must be verified that the video is a reliable and relevant source for the academic work.

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