Instruction
ou may write an essay about any subject related to POLS 2301 in order to receive extra credit. You may only turn in one extra credit assignment. If you are concerned about the relevance of your topic please discuss it with me before writing your paper. Explain your position on your topic by writing me a 5-7 page double-spaced paper (exclusive of endnotes, footnotes, references, and title page). The maximum amount of extra credit you may receive is five points on your final average; the percentage of this credit you earn will be determined by your grade on the paper.
You will be required to use Times New Roman 12 point font. You must include information from outside sources; you need to cite them internally and provide a reference list. At least five scholarly sources (ex. books, journal articles, news websites) will be required to receive full credit. For more information about proper citation please refer to http://www.paulhensel.org/teachcite.html.
DO NOT USE WIKIPEDIA, ANSWERS.COM, OR ABOUT.COM!! ALSO, DO NOT USE STUDYMODE.COM OR OTHER SITES LIKE IT!!