involves citing the source of the work, its date of publication, the author's name, and the page number where the information came from. In addition, the text should be enclosed in quotations.4. Your paper will consist of the following sections:A. Introduction: State your topic and why you chose this particular topic. (4 pts).B. Body: Summarize the results of current research on your topic. Current means published within the last 10 years. (15 points)C. Conclusion: State what you learned from the material. Relate your findings to the material covered in class. Tell how the research is similar to, different from, contradictory to, or supplementary to the material covered in class and in the text. (15 points)Note: In addition, you will gain or lose a maximum of 3 points for mechanics (spelling punctuation, grammar, sentence structure, form and appearance.5. When writing your papers, watch your verb tense. You are reporting on something you have read, so the past tense is usually most appropriate. Do not use verbs such as would unless you mean to use the subjunctive or conditional form of the verb. 6. Format: Your paper must by typed, double spaced, and at least 3-to-4 pages in length. Failing to meet the minimum requirements for length will reduce your score by 3 points You are to have 1-inch margins on all sides. You may use a 12-pitch font or smaller.Copyright 1997-2000TSUM is part of the Troy State University System.Information is provided by the Division of Distance Learning.Questions or Comments should be sent to online@tsum.edu.View DisclaimerComplete Survey...
