The standards of formatting document you've been using is from the American Psychological Association (APA). This is the preferred style in the social sciences. As you've noticed, there is a strong emphasis on the publication date. Why do you think there is such an emphasis on the date? As you work on revising your Course Project, what questions do you have about how to incorporate standard and documentation guidelines into your essay? Are there any sources you are having a hard time documenting? Any questions about your reference entries? I had difficulty with this whole project please assist me with this question.