Make sure you list the sources you used within the essay in a References List (use a different
page which will not count towards your 1 page…).
Use standard Word settings for the assignment. Double-space, 12 pt. font, 1” margins. Use
subheadings to set off the various sections of the paper, giving the subheadings a catchy title to
let the reader know what’s in the section.
Save the document as your name on the file and the assignment name, too. Use this form:
Yourlastname322MT.doc or Yourlastname322MT.docx.
Make sure you structure your answer so that you address the key issues by providing definitions
and analyses as based on the research to support your points. Use scholarly sources to argue
and justify your views. Use references. NO DIRECT QUOTATION which involves quoting word
for word one or more sentences from an author or source. This does not mean no references.
Be sure to use Turabian Reference style ( See the “Turabian Quick Guide” in Resources for
more details on how to cite sources in your assignments). Make sure you draw from the class
readings. It is important to write in third person (not first) in a formal paper. Take yourself out of
the paper as much as possible. Present arguments with supporting research that is logical and
solid, showing that you understand the issue at hand and the theoretical IR concepts behind it.
Plagiarism will not be tolerated. Any evidence, even one sentence, of plagiarism will result in a
“0” on the assignment. Therefore, be sure to include references. One does not simply put a
reference at the end of a paragraph, but rather immediately after the information you took from
your source. Refer to the syllabus for information regarding appropriate academic sources. Use
in text citations, which should follow the Turabian reference style.