The most important thing to do in any assignment is to show that you have thought about the topic and gained some understanding, but grading also takes technical format into account.

All written assignments must be prepared using a word processor.

Each assignment's page count assumes a double-spaced paper set in Times 12 point font with the margins of 1.25" left/right and 1" top/bottom.

Each paper should clearly identify the author(s), date, and assignment number.

If the assignment discusses an article, a proper citation for that article (author, title/headline, publication name, date, and page number or URL) must be included in the paper. In addition, at least the first page of the article should be attached. Photocopies are acceptable.

All assignments should be grammatical with accurate spelling. All writing assignments are expected to be spell checked and proof read. The following book provides excellent guidance to you in preparing your written assignments:

Strunk, William. The Elements of Style, 3rd Edition, Macmillan, New York, 1979.

It is also available at http://www.cc.columbia.edu/acis/bartleby/strunk/