history assignment

Research Paper Instructions

Must be from an American History topic from the period covered by the course and approved by instructor. (1302 covers 1865 to present day).  4-6 typed pages in length in a 12 point font and double spaced.  Failure to meet minimum length will result in multiple letter grade point reduction.  Bibliography and Cover page are not counted for length, nor do pictures, lists or any tertiary or non-related information.  Format must be Turabian or Chicago.  Cite sources, number pages, and provide name and class information.   Student must have at least three sources, none of which may be the textbook or instructor lecture. Sources must be of good quality (no wikis or entertainment websites) and include authors or be attached to academic journals. Papers must be turned in through the Turn-it-In link on the class webpage, failure or refusal to do so will result in an automatic ZERO for the paper.

Reference  Turabian Guide.docx

 and  Example Paper.docx

and  When to cite.docx

or contact the instructor if you have a question regarding format.

 

Specific Grading Parameters for Research Paper:

Citation (footnotes/endnotes) and bibliography accuracy - 50 points

Sources (qualification and validity) - 50 points

Justification of thesis - 50 points

Accuracy of cited information in paper- 50 points

Clarity and grammar- 50 points