Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
A References page is similar to a Works Cited but is used in APA (American Psychological Association) style. It lists all the sources cited in an essay or research paper using specific formatting guidelines.
Related terms
APA format: The specific set of guidelines established by the American Psychological Association for formatting academic papers and citing sources.
Parenthetical citation: A brief reference within parentheses that directs readers to the full citation on the References page.
DOI (Digital Object Identifier): A unique alphanumeric string assigned to digital content such as articles or books that provides a persistent link to its location on the internet.