APArecognized
APArecognized is a designation used in academic publishing and education to indicate that a resource, tool, or organization has undergone evaluation against a defined set of standards aligned with the American Psychological Association (APA). It is not a formal certification issued by the APA, but a voluntary label adopted by publishers, institutions, or platforms to signal adherence to criteria intended to reflect scientific rigor, ethical practice, and reliability.
Origin and purpose: The term emerged in the late 2010s amid discussions about improving credibility of online
Criteria and evaluation: Typical criteria include methodological transparency, robust peer review or validation, ethical safeguards (privacy,
Scope and use: APArecognized applies to journals, datasets, educational software, classroom materials, and training programs. The
Impact and criticism: Proponents argue that APArecognized enhances trust and resource quality, while critics caution about
See also: American Psychological Association; scholarly recognition; quality labeling; open science.