A Research Paper on an important historical figure or topic from the time period and geographical area
covered in this course—i.e., World History from 1945 to the Present
1. An inclusion of a strong introduction which establishes your theme or thesis.
2. An identification of the historical figure or topic by giving appropriate background and biographical
information.
3. Utilization of proper spelling and grammar. Use the past tense unless your subject is still alive.
4. A strong conclusion that sums up the major points. Be sure to discuss your critical evaluations of the
sources weighing their strengths and weaknesses. Make sure you also include your own observations,
opinions,findings, and critical analysis.
5. The paper must be 7-10 typed pages, double-spaced with one inch margins. (Papers can be longer than
10 pages but not shorter than 7). Long quotes, footnotes (or
endnotes) should be single spaced.
6. Do not use fancy plastic or colorful folders. A simple title page is sufficient.
8. Number your pages. Page numbers may appear either at the top or bottom of each page.
12. The font size for your paper should be 12 point. (Example: This document is typed in 12 point).
14. Use the Chicago Manual of Style which includes proper footnoting or end noting. That means click
“Reference “and then “Insert Endnote” or “Insert Footnote” and then follow the example given on the
following pages or refer to Kate Turabian, A Manual For Writers of Term Papers, Theses, and
Dissertations, University of Chicago Press. Do NOT use the MLA or APA style.
15. You MUST footnote the end of each and every paragraph unless the information in that paragraph is
100% original to you and you alone.
16. The paper must include a bibliography at the very end listing a minimum of five scholarly book sources
and one Internet source, and then you may use reference works, textbooks, encyclopedias, additional
Internet sources, etc. Do not use Wikipedia. It is not a reliable source.
