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Formatting and presenting your assessments correctly is important because many include marks for presentation.

This may include marks for things such as:

• formatting and layout
• APA referencing
• writing style
• grammar and spelling.

Before you start on your assessment:

• check your assessment question, emails from your course leader, and learning materials for how it should be presented
• read the instructions carefully. Make sure you understand them and follow them exactly
• if you're not sure about what’s required contact your course leader.

Please note that assessments for psychology courses have specific requirements for formatting and presentation. Refer to the information and guidance provided on our Library and Learning Centre website:

APA Style for Psychology assessments

General guidelines for electronic submissions

• Most assessments should be produced using Microsoft Word.
• You can also submit assessments using: .doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx or .rtf.
• if you don’t have Microsoft Word go to My Open Polytechnic to download and access your free version
• if you're not sure about the file type required, contact your course leader.
• Use a clear, readable font, such as Verdana, Calibri, Tahoma or Arial and use the same font throughout.
• Use black text on a white background.
• Avoid coloured backgrounds or text in a colour other than black, unless you have special permission to use them.
• Use 11 or 12 point font for the body of your assessment.
• Use 1.5 spacing and 2.53 cm (1”) wide margins.
• Leave a blank line between paragraphs.
• If the questions are short, leave a blank line between each question. If they are long, start each question on a new page.
• Left-justify your work (also known as left-aligned).
• Use bold for headings.
• Essays don’t usually need subheadings; reports usually do.

Most assessments need a title page, which should include:

• the title and number of the assessment
• the course number and name
• the due date
• your full name and student number.

Centre this information on the page, starting approximately one-third of the way down the page.

• Number and clearly label figures and tables.
• Add numbers as follows: Figure 1, Figure 2, Table 1, Table 2, and so on.
• Put table and figure captions above the table.
• Don't number the items in a reference list.

For more help with figures and tables, check:

Get more help with tables  and figures – APA  Style website

Headers and footers

Insert a header or footer on each page (except the title page). It should contain:

• your name (last name, first name/s)
• your student number
• the course code
• the assessment number
• page numbers.

Reference list

The reference list comes at the end of the assessment and should start on a new page labelled 'References'.

Need more help with reference lists? Check out the guides below:

Quick referencing APA guidelines  (PDF 47 KB; opens in a new window)

Guide to APA referencing  (PDF 395.11 KB; opens in a new window)

Appendices are used for information that:

• is too long to include in the body of your assessment
• supplements or complements the information you are providing.

Start each appendix (if applicable) on a new page. If there's just one appendix label it ‘Appendix’ without a number. If there is more than one, label them Appendix A, Appendix B, and so on.

In the main text of your assessment, refer to the Appendix by the label – for example, Appendix A.

Tops and bottoms of pages

Check the top and bottom of your pages to ensure they avoid:

• widows – single lines of text at the top of a page
• orphans – first lines of paragraphs at the bottom of a page
• tombstones – headings or subheadings alone at the bottom of a page
• split lists – lists that are divided between two pages (if possible).

General guidelines for hard copies

Most of the guidelines above also apply to hard copies (printed or handwritten documents).

If your course requires or allows handwritten assessments, be sure to follow the course instructions on presenting handwritten assessments.

Word limits and word count guidelines 

Word limits support the development of concise writing skills. Word count guidelines help you to understand the expectation of workload for an assessment.

 For more detailed information about these go to:

Word limits and word count guidelines  

Got a question?

If you want to talk with someone about formatting and presenting your assessments, contact The Library and Learning Centre | Te Whare Pukapuka Wāhanga Whakapakari Ako. 

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Graduate College Formatting Guide

• Page Numbers (Microsoft Word)
• Page Numbers (Google Docs)
• Page Breaks and Section Breaks
• Headings, Subheadings, and Table of Contents (Microsoft Word)
• Headings, Subheadings, and Table of Contents (Google Docs)
• Inserting Tables and Figures
• Comments and Track Changes
• References, Bibliography, Works Cited
• Landscape Pages & Special Materials

Setting the Normal Style

Set the "normal" style of font.

Before we can set up headings, we'll need to define the format of the text that  isn't  a heading. The "styles" in word set some default formatting for text. Setting up the "Normal" style will create a default font setting to keep the text uniform throughout the document. The Styles pane is located under the HOME tab.

Right click on the "Normal" style to open the Modify option.

This will open a Modify Style Dialog Box. Start by changing the Paragraph formatting. This is located by selecting the Format drop down in the bottom left of the Dialog Box.

There are two things that should be set under the Paragraph settings. Under the INDENTS AND SPACING tab, check to turn on "Don't add space between paragraphs of the same style." Under the LINE AND PAGE BREAKS tab, check to turn on the "Widow/Orphan Control."

Once both of those have been set and you click "okay," you'll be returned to the Modify Style Dialog Box. Now we can set the font formatting. Select the font you wish to use throughout the document, change the font size to 12 point, ensure the line spacing is double spaced, and select the option to remove space between paragraphs (this is indicated by two lines pointing towards each other).

Adding Headings & Subheadings

Inserting headings and subheadings.

Using the same technique we can create a standard for the various types of headings and subheadings used across the thesis. The Thesis & Dissertation Manual generally follows APA style for heading levels. In order to keep headings consistently correct and link the Table of Contents, the Styles function in Word is used. This is going to show you some examples of the formatting required for the headings and how to use the various heading levels. We'll also see how to use styles and update your Table of Contents. 

Modifying Heading Levels to Match Required Formatting

Level 1 headings.

Chapters will be linked to Heading Level 1. If you choose not to have chapters, you will use level 1 for your major headings (typically: Introduction, Literature Review, Methods, etc.). They should be typed in title case, center aligned, and bold. The number of the chapter can be in Arabic or Roman numerals or spelled out so long as it is consistently done throughout the document. The heading should be on one line, so if you are using chapters, it should look something like this:

Chapter 1: Introduction

Once you have formatted a chapter heading, select the text of the chapter heading then right click on Heading 1 in the Styles pane and select "Update Heading 1 to Match Selection." 

Adding More Level 1 Headings

Once you have formatted the first heading and updated the style, you simply need to type the new level 1 heading in title case and then, with your cursor in line with the heading, click on the heading 1 button in the styles pane to format it and link it for your table of contents. Make sure to use this feature every time to ensure all headings are properly linked to your table of contents.

Level 2 Headings

Subsections of your major headings should be the next level down. Level 2 headings will be left aligned, bold, and title case. They should look like this:

Level 2 Heading

Once you have formatted a level 2 heading, select the text of the heading then right click on Heading 2 in the Styles pane and select "Update Heading 2 to Match Selection." 

Adding More Level 2 Headings

Once you have formatted the first heading and updated the style, you simply need to type the new level 2 heading in title case and then, with your cursor in line with the heading, click on the heading 2 button in the styles pane to format it and link it for your table of contents. Make sure to use this feature every time to ensure all headings are properly linked to your table of contents.

Level 3 Headings

If you wish to further subsection your paper, you will use level 3 headings. Level 3 headings will be bold italic, left aligned, and title case. They should look like this:

Level Three Heading

Once you have formatted a level 3 heading, select the text of the heading then right click on Heading 3 in the Styles pane and select "Update Heading 3 to Match Selection." 

Adding More Level 3 Headings

Once you have formatted the first heading and updated the style, you simply need to type the new level 3 heading in title case and then, with your cursor in line with the heading, click on the heading 3 button in the styles pane to format it and link it for your table of contents. Make sure to use this feature every time to ensure all headings are properly linked to your table of contents.

Level 4 & 5 Headings (and beyond)

It is common to find the first 3 heading levels in papers that are as long as a thesis or dissertation. Occasionally, you may find the need to go beyond those levels. It is important to note that for the thesis and dissertation, only the first 3 headings should be included in the table of contents. It is also recommended that you only use the styles function for the first 3 headings because they stand alone on their own line of text. The next heading levels will begin on the same line as the paragraph that starts that section which means that the style function will not work properly. If you were to link the heading, the entire paragraph will appear in your table of contents.

This means that you will need to, carefully, ensure you are formatting the headings manually. Each level should be consistently formatted the same way. APA has standards for levels 4 & 5 which are described here. For heading levels beyond level 5, you should pick a consistent formatting that clearly indicates they are a subsection of the level 5 heading. It is also recommended that you carefully evaluate if this level of heading is truly necessary for your writing.

Level 4 Heading

Level 4 headings will begin on the same line of the paragraph that makes up the section. It will be indented 0.5", much like a normal paragraph indent. The heading will be in title case and bold font with a period at the end of the heading:

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Level 5 Heading

Level 5 headings will begin on the same line of the paragraph that makes up the section. It will be indented 0.5", much like a normal paragraph indent. The heading will be in title case and bold italic font with a period at the end of the heading:

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Table of Contents

Once you have added headings and used the styles feature, you will be able to use the word function to "generate" a table of contents. You will need to type "Table of Contents" in bold font, centered at the top of the page you will be inserting your table of contents onto. Then, place your cursor on the next line

From the References tab, click on Table of Contents and select Custom Table of Contents...

From the pop up window, you will want to change the tab leaders to (none) rather than the default. The rest of the default settings will be fine, so click ok once you've done so.

This will populate your table of contents.

From here, you will need to open the style pane to modify some of the formatting of the table of contents.

You will need to locate TOC 1 and click on it, and select "modify" from the drop down list.

TOC 1 style should be bold. If you've properly set up your "normal style" of font (see above), this should be the only modification to your TOC styles that you need to make. If the text is not properly set up and you need to further format it, you can do so from this window.

If set up correctly, your table of contents should look like the image below.

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Headings and subheadings provide structure to a document. They signal what each section is about and allow for easy navigation of the document.

APA headings have five possible levels. Each heading level is formatted differently.

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As well as the heading styles, there are some other guidelines to keep in mind:

• Double-space all text, including the headings.
• Use the same font for headings and body text (e.g., Times New Roman 12pt.).
• Don’t label headings with numbers or letters.
• Don’t add extra “enters” above or below headings.

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Depending on the length and complexity of your paper, you may not use all five heading levels. In fact, shorter student papers may have no headings at all.

It’s also perfectly fine for some sections in your paper to go as deep as five levels, where others use only heading level 1.

Heading level 1 is used for main sections like “ Methods ”, “ Results ”, and “ Discussion ”. There is no “ Introduction ” heading at the beginning of your paper because the first paragraphs are understood to be introductory.

Heading level 2 is used for subsections under level 1. For example, under “Methods” (level 1) you may have subsections for “Sampling Method” and “Data Analysis” (level 2). This continues all the way down to heading level 5.

Always use at least two subheadings or none at all. If there is just one subheading, the top-level heading is sufficient.

In addition to regular headings, APA works with “section labels” for specific parts of the paper. They’re similar to headings but are formatted differently. Section labels are placed on a separate line at the top of a new page in bold and centered.

Use section labels for the following sections in an APA formatted paper :

• Author note
• Paper title
• Reference page

Instead of formatting every heading individually, you can use the “Styles” feature in Word or Google Docs. This allows you to save the styling and apply it with just a click.

The first time you use APA Style, you need to update the default heading styles to reflect the APA heading guidelines. Click here for the instructions for Microsoft Word and Google Docs .

An added benefit of using the “Styles” feature is that you can automatically generate a table of contents .

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How to Write a Proper College Heading for an Assignment?

Do you need help writing proper headings for your assignments? Don’t worry, and you’re not alone. Many students find it challenging to format their assignments correctly, especially regarding titles. Writing an appointment is a crucial aspect of your academic journey as a student. From essays to research papers, they are vital in shaping your grades and overall academic performance. While the content of a work is crucial, the title is equally essential. A proper college assignment heading gives your appointment a professional look and provides vital information. 

This article will guide you on how to head a college assignment correctly. 

What is the College Assignment Heading?

A college assignment heading is a summary of the topic that appears at the top of the first page. The title includes the name of the student, the course name, the submission date, and the appointment title. The heading should be placed at the center of the page, and the font size should be more significant than the body text.

Why a proper college assignment heading is important?

The heading of your task provides the reader with crucial information about the content of your text. It also helps to set the tone and structure of your task. A suitably formatted title helps to give your work a professional look. It makes it easy for your teacher to identify and grade your assignment.

If you want to format your university assignment heading correctly, that’s not a problem. You can use sites like AssignmentBro assignment maker to help you out. These websites provide templates you can customize according to your requirements. Moreover, they ensure that your work title follows the proper formatting guidelines. It makes it easier to submit your text without errors.

Follow the guidelines

Firstly, always follow the guidelines provided by your professor. Different professors may have additional requirements. So check the requirements before submitting the task. Secondly, use a clear and concise title that accurately reflects the content of your assignment. Avoid using vague or irrelevant titles.

Choose the right formatting

When formatting your heading, use bold or italic font styles to distinguish the sections. For example, use bold for the title and italic for the course name. It will make your title easier to read and understand.

Use proper capitalization

It’s essential to use the correct capitalization for your title. In general, capitalize the first letter of each significant word. It includes nouns, verbs, adjectives, and adverbs. However, you shouldn’t capitalize prepositions, articles, or conjunctions only if they’re the first word in the title. For example, “How to Write a Proper College Assignment Heading” is correct. “How to Write a Proper College Assignment Heading for Essays, Research Papers, and Exams” is incorrect.

Consider the audience

Your heading should be appropriate for the intended audience. If you are writing for a general audience, use a title that is easy to understand. If you are writing for an academic audience, use a more formal heading that includes the title of the assignment.

Use subheadings

If your document is long, use subheadings to break it into smaller, more manageable sections. It makes it easier for the reader to navigate the document and find the necessary information.

Add keywords

In addition to the formatting tips, it’s essential to remember the keywords relevant to your assignment topic. Incorporating these keywords will help the reader understand the purpose of your task. If your work concerns the benefits of reading books on campus, include relevant keywords like “books” and “campus” in your heading.

Think about the type of assignment

In addition to the tips mentioned above, it’s essential to remember the type of assignment you’re writing. For instance, if you’re writing an essay, including the essay type in your title, such as “argumentative” or “analytical.” Similarly, if you’re writing a research paper, including the research topic in your heading to make it clear to the reader.

Proofread your assignment heading

Moreover, it’s crucial to proofread your text title before submitting it. Make sure to check for any spelling or grammatical errors. A suitably formatted or error-filled heading can create a positive impression on the reader. It will affect your grades.

Your assignment heading should be clear and concise, providing a summary of the content of your text. Avoid using complex words and phrases that may confuse the reader. Also, your name and student ID should be included in the title. This information helps your teacher identify and link your assignment to your academic record. The date when the work is due should be included in the heading. This information helps your teacher to keep track of submission dates. Remember that your college assignment title is an essential part of your work. It’s an opportunity to showcase your professionalism and attention to detail. Following the proper guidelines can create a positive impression on your professor. It will make your assignment stand out.

Writing a proper college assignment heading is a vital aspect of academic writing. Always check with your professor for specific instructions, use clear and concise titles, format your titles appropriately, and include relevant keywords. A well-formatted heading provides vital information about your assignment, sets the tone and structure, and gives your work a professional look. Following the tips in this article and using the examples provided, you can write a proper college assignment title that will impress your teacher and help you achieve academic success. Writing proper college task headings may seem daunting at first. But it’s easy if you follow the ethical guidelines.

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A step-by-step guide for creating and formatting APA Style student papers

The start of the semester is the perfect time to learn how to create and format APA Style student papers. This article walks through the formatting steps needed to create an APA Style student paper, starting with a basic setup that applies to the entire paper (margins, font, line spacing, paragraph alignment and indentation, and page headers). It then covers formatting for the major sections of a student paper: the title page, the text, tables and figures, and the reference list. Finally, it concludes by describing how to organize student papers and ways to improve their quality and presentation.

The guidelines for student paper setup are described and shown using annotated diagrams in the Student Paper Setup Guide (PDF, 3.40MB) and the A Step-by-Step Guide to APA Style Student Papers webinar . Chapter 1 of the Concise Guide to APA Style and Chapter 2 of the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association describe the elements, format, and organization for student papers. Tables and figures are covered in Chapter 7 of both books. Information on paper format and tables and figures and a full sample student paper are also available on the APA Style website.

Basic setup

The guidelines for basic setup apply to the entire paper. Perform these steps when you first open your document, and then you do not have to worry about them again while writing your paper. Because these are general aspects of paper formatting, they apply to all APA Style papers, student or professional. Students should always check with their assigning instructor or institution for specific guidelines for their papers, which may be different than or in addition to APA Style guidelines.

Seventh edition APA Style was designed with modern word-processing programs in mind. Most default settings in programs such as Academic Writer, Microsoft Word, and Google Docs already comply with APA Style. This means that, for most paper elements, you do not have to make any changes to the default settings of your word-processing program. However, you may need to make a few adjustments before you begin writing.

Use 1-in. margins on all sides of the page (top, bottom, left, and right). This is usually how papers are automatically set.

Use a legible font. The default font of your word-processing program is acceptable. Many sans serif and serif fonts can be used in APA Style, including 11-point Calibri, 11-point Arial, 12-point Times New Roman, and 11-point Georgia. You can also use other fonts described on the font page of the website.

Line spacing

Double-space the entire paper including the title page, block quotations, and the reference list. This is something you usually must set using the paragraph function of your word-processing program. But once you do, you will not have to change the spacing for the entirety of your paper–just double-space everything. Do not add blank lines before or after headings. Do not add extra spacing between paragraphs. For paper sections with different line spacing, see the line spacing page.

Paragraph alignment and indentation

Align all paragraphs of text in the body of your paper to the left margin. Leave the right margin ragged. Do not use full justification. Indent the first line of every paragraph of text 0.5-in. using the tab key or the paragraph-formatting function of your word-processing program. For paper sections with different alignment and indentation, see the paragraph alignment and indentation page.

Page numbers

Put a page number in the top right of every page header , including the title page, starting with page number 1. Use the automatic page-numbering function of your word-processing program to insert the page number in the top right corner; do not type the page numbers manually. The page number is the same font and font size as the text of your paper. Student papers do not require a running head on any page, unless specifically requested by the instructor.

Title page setup

Title page elements.

APA Style has two title page formats: student and professional (for details, see title page setup ). Unless instructed otherwise, students should use the student title page format and include the following elements, in the order listed, on the title page:

• Paper title.
• Name of each author (also known as the byline).
• Affiliation for each author.
• Course number and name.
• Instructor name.
• Assignment due date.
• Page number 1 in the top right corner of the page header.

The format for the byline depends on whether the paper has one author, two authors, or three or more authors.

• When the paper has one author, write the name on its own line (e.g., Jasmine C. Hernandez).
• When the paper has two authors, write the names on the same line and separate them with the word “and” (e.g., Upton J. Wang and Natalia Dominguez).
• When the paper has three or more authors, separate the names with commas and include “and” before the final author’s name (e.g., Malia Mohamed, Jaylen T. Brown, and Nia L. Ball).

Students have an academic affiliation, which identities where they studied when the paper was written. Because students working together on a paper are usually in the same class, they will have one shared affiliation. The affiliation consists of the name of the department and the name of the college or university, separated by a comma (e.g., Department of Psychology, George Mason University). The department is that of the course to which the paper is being submitted, which may be different than the department of the student’s major. Do not include the location unless it is part of the institution’s name.

Write the course number and name and the instructor name as shown on institutional materials (e.g., the syllabus). The course number and name are often separated by a colon (e.g., PST-4510: History and Systems Psychology). Write the assignment due date in the month, date, and year format used in your country (e.g., Sept. 10, 2020).

Title page line spacing

Double-space the whole title page. Place the paper title three or four lines down from the top of the page. Add an extra double-spaced blank like between the paper title and the byline. Then, list the other title page elements on separate lines, without extra lines in between.

Title page alignment

Center all title page elements (except the right-aligned page number in the header).

Title page font

Write the title page using the same font and font size as the rest of your paper. Bold the paper title. Use standard font (i.e., no bold, no italics) for all other title page elements.

Text elements

Repeat the paper title at the top of the first page of text. Begin the paper with an introduction to provide background on the topic, cite related studies, and contextualize the paper. Use descriptive headings to identify other sections as needed (e.g., Method, Results, Discussion for quantitative research papers). Sections and headings vary depending on the paper type and its complexity. Text can include tables and figures, block quotations, headings, and footnotes.

Text line spacing

Double-space all text, including headings and section labels, paragraphs of text, and block quotations.

Text alignment

Center the paper title on the first line of the text. Indent the first line of all paragraphs 0.5-in.

Left-align the text. Leave the right margin ragged.

Block quotation alignment

Indent the whole block quotation 0.5-in. from the left margin. Double-space the block quotation, the same as other body text. Find more information on the quotations page.

Use the same font throughout the entire paper. Write body text in standard (nonbold, nonitalic) font. Bold only headings and section labels. Use italics sparingly, for instance, to highlight a key term on first use (for more information, see the italics page).

Headings format

For detailed guidance on formatting headings, including headings in the introduction of a paper, see the headings page and the headings in sample papers .

• Alignment: Center Level 1 headings. Left-align Level 2 and Level 3 headings. Indent Level 4 and Level 5 headings like a regular paragraph.
• Font: Boldface all headings. Also italicize Level 3 and Level 5 headings. Create heading styles using your word-processing program (built into AcademicWriter, available for Word via the sample papers on the APA Style website).

Tables and figures setup

Tables and figures are only included in student papers if needed for the assignment. Tables and figures share the same elements and layout. See the website for sample tables and sample figures .

Table elements

Tables include the following four elements: 

• Body (rows and columns)
• Note (optional if needed to explain elements in the table)

Figure elements

Figures include the following four elements: 

• Image (chart, graph, etc.)
• Note (optional if needed to explain elements in the figure)

Table line spacing

Double-space the table number and title. Single-, 1.5-, or double-space the table body (adjust as needed for readability). Double-space the table note.

Figure line spacing

Double-space the figure number and title. The default settings for spacing in figure images is usually acceptable (but adjust the spacing as needed for readability). Double-space the figure note.

Table alignment

Left-align the table number and title. Center column headings. Left-align the table itself and left-align the leftmost (stub) column. Center data in the table body if it is short or left-align the data if it is long. Left-align the table note.

Figure alignment

Left-align the figure number and title. Left-align the whole figure image. The default alignment of the program in which you created your figure is usually acceptable for axis titles and data labels. Left-align the figure note.

Bold the table number. Italicize the table title. Use the same font and font size in the table body as the text of your paper. Italicize the word “Note” at the start of the table note. Write the note in the same font and font size as the text of your paper.

Figure font

Bold the figure number. Italicize the figure title. Use a sans serif font (e.g., Calibri, Arial) in the figure image in a size between 8 to 14 points. Italicize the word “Note” at the start of the figure note. Write the note in the same font and font size as the text of your paper.

Placement of tables and figures

There are two options for the placement of tables and figures in an APA Style paper. The first option is to place all tables and figures on separate pages after the reference list. The second option is to embed each table and figure within the text after its first callout. This guide describes options for the placement of tables and figures embedded in the text. If your instructor requires tables and figures to be placed at the end of the paper, see the table and figure guidelines and the sample professional paper .

Call out (mention) the table or figure in the text before embedding it (e.g., write “see Figure 1” or “Table 1 presents”). You can place the table or figure after the callout either at the bottom of the page, at the top of the next page, or by itself on the next page. Avoid placing tables and figures in the middle of the page.

Embedding at the bottom of the page

Include a callout to the table or figure in the text before that table or figure. Add a blank double-spaced line between the text and the table or figure at the bottom of the page.

Embedding at the top of the page

Include a callout to the table in the text on the previous page before that table or figure. The table or figure then appears at the top of the next page. Add a blank double-spaced line between the end of the table or figure and the text that follows.

Embedding on its own page

Embed long tables or large figures on their own page if needed. The text continues on the next page.

Reference list setup

Reference list elements.

The reference list consists of the “References” section label and the alphabetical list of references. View reference examples on the APA Style website. Consult Chapter 10 in both the Concise Guide and Publication Manual for even more examples.

Reference list line spacing

Start the reference list at the top of a new page after the text. Double-space the entire reference list (both within and between entries).

Reference list alignment

Center the “References” label. Apply a hanging indent of 0.5-in. to all reference list entries. Create the hanging indent using your word-processing program; do not manually hit the enter and tab keys.

Reference list font

Bold the “References” label at the top of the first page of references. Use italics within reference list entries on either the title (e.g., webpages, books, reports) or on the source (e.g., journal articles, edited book chapters).

Final checks

Check page order.

• Start each section on a new page.
• Arrange pages in the following order:
• Title page (page 1).
• Text (starts on page 2).
• Reference list (starts on a new page after the text).

Check headings

• Check that headings accurately reflect the content in each section.
• Start each main section with a Level 1 heading.
• Use Level 2 headings for subsections of the introduction.
• Use the same level of heading for sections of equal importance.
• Avoid having only one subsection within a section (have two or more, or none).

Check assignment instructions

• Remember that instructors’ guidelines supersede APA Style.
• Students should check their assignment guidelines or rubric for specific content to include in their papers and to make sure they are meeting assignment requirements.

Tips for better writing

• Ask for feedback on your paper from a classmate, writing center tutor, or instructor.
• Budget time to implement suggestions.
• Use spell-check and grammar-check to identify potential errors, and then manually check those flagged.
• Proofread the paper by reading it slowly and carefully aloud to yourself.
• Consult your university writing center if you need extra help.

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Headings immediately provide structure and help the reader to find their way around your academic writing . They start a paragraph , chapter, or page and tell you what the following content is about. Learn how to write them, how long they should be, the difference between them and titles, and much more. With this article, you will learn how to write an effective heading that will get the reader’s attention and encourage them to continue reading.

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• 1 Headings in a nutshell
• 2 Definition: Headings
• 3 Headings vs. titles
• 4 Different style guides
• 5 What to pay attention to
• 6 Add a heading in Word
• 7 Technical terms in headings

Headings in a nutshell

Headings are labels used in written content to organize and make it easier to read. They are like signs on a road, telling you what’s ahead or how to find something. In books, articles, or websites, they help break down the text into sections, each focusing on a different topic or idea. They typically come in different sizes, with the most important heading (the main title ) being the biggest, and subheadings getting smaller as they detail more specific points. This structure helps readers quickly find the information they’re interested in and understand the overall flow of the content.

Definition: Headings

When writing academic essays or research papers , you should maintain a logical flow of ideas throughout the work. This is when headings as textual markers come into play. They can be found in documents, web pages, and other written materials that indicate the hierarchy, structure, and organization of content. They organize text into sections and subsections, making it easier for readers to navigate information. Furthermore, they demonstrate the relative importance of different sections through varying levels, such as “Heading 1” for main titles, followed by smaller subtitles for detailed breakdowns. They enhance accessibility, allowing users, especially those with disabilities, to understand the structure of the content more easily. In web content, they also play a crucial role in search engine optimization (SEO) by helping search engines understand and rank the page content, making it more discoverable to users. Essentially, they are about structuring content to improve readability , navigability, and comprehension.

Special headings

Special headings are specific types that serve unique purposes within a document or publication. These are typically used in academic papers, research articles, reports, or other formal documents to organize and present information in a structured manner. Here are some of the common ones:

• Paper title

Headings vs. titles

Section titles and titles play a crucial role in the writing process of academic works in university, school, and even work. However, these two terms serve different purposes. Read on to find out what sets them apart.

Subheadings

Subheadings, or subtitles, are titles used within a document to organize content into sections, making it easier for readers to navigate and understand the material. In an academic context, subheadings are crucial for structuring papers, reports, and articles. They help break down complex information into manageable parts, highlight key topics, and provide a clear content roadmap.

Main title: The Impact of Climate Change on Marine Biodiversity

Subtitle: Effects on Coral Reefs

This part could delve into how rising temperatures and ocean acidification affect coral reefs, including bleaching events.

Subtitle:  Changes in Marine Species Distribution

Here, the focus could be on how climate change alters the geographical distribution of marine species.

Different style guides

There are various style guides used by universities worldwide. However, each of them has its guidelines on formatting, etc. Below, we provide a brief overview of the three most important style guides and their specifications for formatting headlines.

Note: It is important to know in advance that headline-style capitalization refers to a formatting style in which the first and last words are capitalized.

Chicago Style

For the APA style heading format, the following rules apply:

• Level 1: Centered, boldface, title case
• Level 2: Flush left, boldface, title case
• Level 3: Flush left, boldface, italicized, title case

For the MLA style heading format, the following rules apply:

• Level 1: Flush left, boldface, title case
• Level 2: Flush left, title case
• Level 3: Flush left, italicized, title case

For the Chicago Style heading format, the following rules apply:

• Level 1: Centered, boldface or italicized, headline-style capitalization
• Level 2: Centered, regular type, headline-style capitalization
• Level 3: Flush left, boldface or italicized, headline-style capitalization

What to pay attention to

There are certain aspects, when creating a proper section title, you should pay attention to. Below, we’ll explain this and afterward you’re a pro when crafting your paper.

Be descriptive

No repetition.

For your academic essays, you should incorporate some descriptive headings to provide the reader with clear information for easy understanding. When used effectively, the lecturer, or reader will peruse your document and know what it’s about simply by reading the headlines.

Some tips on how to be as descriptive as possible are:

• Be specific by focusing on the section
• Use key terms for more searchability and comprehension
• Avoid ambiguity to prevent confusion
• Wrong: “Products”
• Correct: “Latest Smartphone Models Released in 2024”

The first one is too vague and does not provide specific information about the section’s content. In contrast, the second one clearly describes the information and sets appropriate expectations for the reader.

Chapters cannot have the same content; therefore, the section titles can’t be the same, too. Knowing how to write a headline that is as descriptive as possible will help arrange your ideas and give the reader an easy time. Having the same title twice can dilute your work and immensely affect your grading.

Essential tips on how to write a headline without repetition are:

• Varying the lengths
• Using transition words
• Using the thesaurus to get synonyms
• Wrong: Multiple sections titled “Features”
• Correct: “Camera Features” and “Battery Life Features”

In the first example, it is unclear which features are being discussed in each section. The second examples are unique and refer to different paper sections, which helps in differentiating the content and improves the overall clarity.

Add a heading in Word

Firstly, you open up the document in Microsoft Word you’d like to create headlines for. Right at the beginning, you will see the Home tab, where you can also set the font and size. Right in the middle, you will find a fold-out column titles Styles that allows you to format your text into any headline you like (refer to the picture below). If you click on the arrow , you’ll see there are more types of section titles , if there isn’t one you like.

That’s how easily you format a headline in a Word document.

Note: You can change the format by simply hovering over the style while marking the text. You do not have to click on the heading style to find out how it’ll look.

If you want to take it one step further, you can even create your own style when folding out the Styles tab. You have two choices here. One involves changing an existing headline, whereas the other option involves creating an entirely new one.

• Click on “Create a Style” and then “Modify” to create a new style
• Right-click on an already existing style and customize it by selecting “Modify”

See the images below for a visual representation.

Technical terms in headings

Technical and jargon terms used in headlines of documents may not be understandable to every reader except those familiar with the languages. An example is site language, most commonly found in search engine optimization (SEO).

Different heading levels are used to communicate the site structure to Google. There are different heading ranks and they are referred to as follows:

• H1 = Most important; typically used for the main title of a page/article
• H2 = Section titles; used as content headings
• H3 = Subsection titles; divides the content within a paragraph
• H4 to H6 = Least important; additional, optional levels for structuring

What is a heading?

A heading is a title or label used in written content to organize and indicate the structure of the information. It helps readers navigate through the text and understand its main topics and subtopics.

What is an exemplary heading?

Here’s an example when writing about time management techniques and strategies aimed at enhancing productivity and efficiency in various aspects of life, such as work, school, or personal activities.

• “Effective Strategies for Improving Time Management Skills”

What is the difference between a heading and title?

• A title stands for the whole reading and incorporates its content in a phrase or two.
• A heading only crowns and captures the content of a section or chapter.

Why are headings important in writing?

They convey an overview of what the entire paper is about. The reader is supposed to find out what the entire document is about by going through the sections assigned.

How long should headings be?

A rule of thumb is to never go past one line because it’ll be too long. A good, understandable headline for your sections or paragraphs should intrigue the reader to read more and not be too long to bore them.

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How to Head a College Paper

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College is a new experience for students in many ways. From the freedom of scheduling classes at your convenience to finding your way around a new campus, the changes are evident immediately. Even the way you head your research papers may be different from what you have used in high school. There are a few simple rules to follow when heading a college paper. Once you get the format down, it will become second nature and you'll find yourself doing it automatically.

Paper Style

You can use MLA style for most papers you turn including homework assignments. When using this style on a written paper, do not skip lines in between the four lines of the initial heading. Your heading on subsequent pages should consist of your last name followed by the page number in a right justified format. Other paper formats you might use in college can include American Psychological Association (APA) and Chicago Style.

Heading and Margins

Place your heading in the upper left-hand corner of the page. To make sure your typed paper is easy to read on a visual level, use a 12-point font and recognizable font style. While the Times New Roman font is often chosen, Arial, Modern, Lucina and Palermo are also acceptable because they are not script-style fonts. This follows Modern Language Association (MLA) formatting which is the accepted standard for college papers.

First and Last Name

Place your first and last names on the first line. Double space each line of the heading. All lines of the heading are left justified at the left margin.

Professor's Name

Place your professor's name on the next line. Use his first and last name preceded by Professor. For example, "Professor John Doe" goes on this line.

Course Name

Place the name of your course on the next line. For example, you could use "English 101."

Place the date on the final line. To follow MLA formatting, the date should appear as the day in numeral format, the month in written format and the year. For example, "5 January 2011" is appropriate.

Title of Paper

Double space after the last line of your heading, and center the title of your paper on the next line. Use Title Case style to type the title. For example, "A History of Life During the Tudor Period."

First Paragraph

Double space after the heading and begin your paper using a 1-inch indent to begin the first paragraph.

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Headings are standard for some written forms (e.g. report writing, case studies). However, lecturers can be divided about whether they allow/prefer you to use headings in your academic essays. Some lecturers prefer headings while others don’t want you to use headings. You will need to check your lecturer’s preference. If you do use headings, then use them wisely and correctly.

About using headings

Most students who have just completed secondary studies come to university with the firm belief that you should not use headings in essay writing. The use of headings in formal writing was once restricted to business style writing, such as report writing. However, in more recent times, headings are often used in formal academic writing such as books and journals. Also, texts on the Internet are easier to read on screen if they have headings.

Headings are signposts that focus the reader on the most important content in a piece of writing, and are usually connected to the set question. Provided that they are well structured, a few headings make longer pieces of writing easier to write and easier to read (for the marker). Look at headings systems in your unit reading material, and you will get a ‘feeling’ for their structure and suitability.

It’s easy to see why you need a few rules to help you develop a good system of headings. Compare the following sets of headings then answer the questions that follow:

Read this description of a well-structured set of headings:

• The heading system is clear and logical
• The sub-headings are all at the same level and in the same font style
• The wording of the headings and sub-headings is alike
• If you used this heading system, the reader would not be confused

This description applies to:

Correct! When you see headings set out like this, it becomes obvious that you need to create a plan for your headings before you start. Heading set 1 follows the rules and is logical, whereas Heading set 2 breaks the rules and would send the reader on a ‘chase’ to work out what the writer means. So, take a couple of minutes to work out a consistent plan for using headings and apply it to all of your essays.

In general, you are expected to use headings correctly so that your writing is clear, and it is obvious that you have answered the set question. There are rules to help you to do this.

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Graded heading system

BEFORE YOU START YOUR ESSAY, HAVE A CLEAR AND LOGICAL HEADING HIERARCHY.

Work out a system of headings that you can use with all of your essays. Headings should be graded at levels to show a clear order of importance (e.g. level 1 – most important; level 2 – next important and so on). You will mainly use one to three levels of headings in your essay, depending on the length of your assignment. For example, most 2000 word essays may only require 3-5 level 1 headings (i.e. a level 1 heading every 2-3 pages). Remember that the aim of using headings is to keep your reader on track. Too many headings and too many levels creates confusion.

When you design a heading system, show the relative importance of headings with the type size, position (e.g. centred or left justified), using boldface, underlining or capital letters. You can follow a recommended pattern or make up your own system—so long as it is clear and consistent. Example: Level 1: CAPITALS , bold, 14pt, centred, space below Level 2: Lowercase , bold, 12pt, left justified, space below Level 3: Lowercase , italics, 12pt, left justified, no space below

Information in logical sections

USE HEADINGS FOR SECTIONS IN YOUR DOCUMENT (NOT FOR EACH PARAGRAPH).

The key to working out your essay sections is to work from your question analysis. Consider the following question:

Many lecturers now approve of the use of headings in academic essays. Consider whether the benefits outweigh the problems for the writers and markers. Identify and discuss the key rules for using headings appropriately in academic essays. (2000 words)

Example of a heading plan for this question:

Level 1 headings INTRODUCTION BENEFITS OF USING HEADINGS PROBLEMS WITH USING HEADINGS RULES TO GUIDE HEADING USAGE CONCLUSION

Level 2 headings (example from one section) The heading RULES TO GUIDE HEADING USAGE could have the following level 2 headings:

Heading hierarchies (3 paragraphs)

Effective wording of headings (2 paragraphs)

Effective wording of headings

WHEN YOU DESIGN YOUR HEADINGS SYSTEM, MAKE SURE THAT THE WORDING IS CONSISTENT.

Use three basic principles to word your headings:

• Keep headings brief (avoid two and three liners)
• Make them specific to the written work that follows
• Follow a PARALLEL structure

For example:

• If you use a question as a heading, then follow that pattern for that heading level and for that section (e.g. if your level 1 heading is What are the rules for heading levels?, then the next level 1 heading would need to be a question also: How do you word headings effectively?).
• If you use a phrase starting with an ‘ing’ word, then follow that pattern for that heading level and for that section (e.g. Designing heading levels; Wording headings effectively).
• If you use a noun phrase, then continue to use noun phrases for that level and for that section (e.g. Design of heading levels; Effective wording of headings).
• You can change your heading style between levels, but you must be consistent at level 1 then in each section (i.e. all level 1 headings should follow the same pattern; each level 2 heading in a section should follow the same pattern.)

Correct punctuation for headings

IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU KNOW AND APPLY PUNCTUATION RULES TO YOUR HEADINGS.

Headings can be single words or short phrases and DO NOT require a full stop unless you have used a question as a heading—a question mark is then required. The use of capital letters may follow either of the following approaches provided that you are consistent:

• Minimal capitalisation—only the first word of a title and any proper nouns and names are capitalised (e.g. Punctuation rules for Australian texts)
• Maximal capitalisation—all words are capitalised EXCEPT for articles (e.g. a, an, the), prepositions and conjunctions (e.g. Punctuation Rules for Australian Texts)

INTRODUCE THE TOPIC OF YOUR HEADING IN THE FIRST PARAGRAPH FOLLOWING YOUR HEADING.

When you place a heading in the text, it is a signpost for a section of writing. You need to begin the following paragraph with a sentence that introduces the reader to the heading topic and then announce what will be coming in that section in the essay—just as you do in the essay introduction. A heading is not part of the text of your paragraph, so you should not refer to it with a pronoun reference (e.g. this, these, that).

This means that the wording of the heading matches the information of the following section. Do not make the heading part of the first sentence.

What NOT to do

There is much to learn from what is NOT wanted. Following are some of the common mistakes made in the use of headings in formal written work:

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• DO NOT use headings in smaller documents (i.e. less than a 1000 words)
• DO NOT use too many headings
• DO NOT change the style of heading levels midway through your writing (work out your system and stick to it)
• DO NOT number headings in an essay unless you are asked to
• DO NOT put headings on individual paragraphs (normally a heading applies to a number of paragraphs in a section)
• DO NOT leave a heading at the bottom of a page by itself (‘widowed’ heading)
• DO NOT ‘stack’ headings (e.g. a level 1 heading followed by a level 2 heading without any text in between)
• AVOID using ‘isolated/lone’ headings (e.g. using only one sub-heading with no other sub-headings of that type following)
• AVOID writing headings more than one line long
• AVOID using definite articles (e.g. a, an, the) to begin headings (e.g. ‘ An example problem’ should be ‘Example problem’)

Headings for essay planning

Designing a good headings system is also very helpful for setting up a plan for writing as you can quickly see whether you have included and balanced all of the parts of a question. Make sure your headings match the information you signal in the outline statement of your introduction paragraph.

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Writing a college assignment heading requires attention to detail and adherence to any specific formatting guidelines provided by your instructor or institution. Here are some tips to help you create an effective header:

• Follow Formatting Guidelines

Before you begin, ensure you understand any specific requirements for formatting, such as font size, style, margin size, and spacing. To find out more about formatting in Chicago style, consult our guide.

• Include Necessary Information

Typically, a header should include your name, the course name or code, the paper title or number, and the date. Ensure that all required information is present.

• Use Consistent Formatting

Maintain consistency throughout your header. Use the same font, size, and style for all elements. Align them neatly either to the page's left, right, or center, depending on the guidelines provided.

• Keep it Simple

While including all necessary information is important, avoid adding unnecessary details that could clutter the header. Keep it clean and concise.

• Check for Accuracy

Double-check the spelling of your name, the course title, and the date. Accuracy in these details reflects professionalism.

• Include Page Numbers (if required)

Some instructors may require page numbers in the header. If this is the case, ensure they are included in the appropriate format specified (e.g., "Page 1 of 5"). To learn more, please refer to our guide about APA format .

• Use Proper Capitalization

Capitalize the first letter of each word in the header, except for articles, prepositions, and conjunctions, unless they are the first word. For example, "An Analysis of Climate Change in the 21st Century" would be appropriate.

• Consider the Assignment Type

Depending on the type of paper, you may need to include additional information. For example, if it's a group project, you might include the names of all group members in the header.

• Be Mindful of Specific Requirements

Some instructors or institutions may have specific preferences for headers. Always check the assignment guidelines or ask your instructor if you're unsure about any requirements.

• Use a Template or Style Guide

If your institution provides a template or style guide for papers, make sure to use it. This ensures compliance with institutional standards. By following these tips, you can create a professional and properly formatted header for your paper.

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How to Head a College Assignment?

When you're preparing a college paper, it's crucial to establish a clear structure and formatting. Begin with a cover page if your instructor requires one, including essential details such as the assignment title, your name, course name and number, instructor's name, and the submission date.

If a cover page isn't necessary, ensure that your paper begins with a header on the first page. This college assignment heading should contain your name, the course name and number, the instructor's name, and the submission date. Center-align the title of your paper on the first page to make it stand out and reflect the content accurately.

Adhere to any specific formatting guidelines provided by your instructor regarding font type, size, spacing, and margins. Typically, assignments are double-spaced and employ legible fonts like Times New Roman or Arial at a standard size, often 12-point.

Include page numbers in the header or footer of each page, typically located in the top right corner or centered at the bottom.

To properly head a paper, you'll typically include your name, the course name or code, the paper cover or number, and the date. Here's an example of how you might format a header for a college assignment:

[Your Name]

[Course Name or Code]

[Assignment Title or Number]

Let's flesh out this example with specific details:

BIO 101: Introduction to Biology

Lab Report: Effects of Temperature on Enzyme Activity

March 20, 2024

In this example:

• Your Name: This is where you would put your full name.
• Course Name or Code: Include either the course's full name or its code, depending on what's required.
• Assignment Title or Number: Include your submitted paper's specific title or number. Include that information if it's a research paper, essay, or lab report.
• Date: Include the date you're submitting the assignment. Make sure to format it according to any guidelines provided.

Remember to follow any specific formatting guidelines provided by your instructor or institution. This example provides a basic template that you can adapt as needed.

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College Assignment Heading Formatting Rules

Formatting rules for college assignment headings can vary depending on the specific guidelines provided by your institution or instructor. However, here are some general guidelines that are commonly followed:

• Font: Unless otherwise specified, use a standard font such as Times New Roman, Arial, or Calibri. The size of the font is typically 12 points.
• Alignment: Headings are usually aligned to the left margin of the page.
• Title: The cover of your paper should be centered at the top of the first page. It should be in a larger font size (often 14 or 16 points) and may be bold or in a different style to distinguish it from the rest of the text.
• Subheadings: If your assignment is divided into sections, each section should have a subheading to indicate its topic clearly. Subheadings are often bolded and may be in a slightly larger font size than the body text, such as 12 or 14 points.
• Capitalization: In general, use title case for your headings and subheadings, which means capitalizing the first letter of each major word (nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, and pronouns). Articles, conjunctions, and prepositions are typically not capitalized unless they are the first word in the heading.
• Spacing: There is often extra spacing (usually 12 points) above and below headings to separate them from the rest of the text visually.
• Indentation: Headings are usually not indented; they start at the left margin.
• Consistency: Maintain consistent formatting throughout your document. If you use bold for one level of headings, use it for all. If you use a certain font size for one heading, use the same size for others.
• Page Numbering: Page numbers usually start from the second page, following the cover page. They are typically placed in the header or footer, aligned to the right margin.

The Importance of a College Assignment Heading

The college assignment heading provides essential context for the reader, offering a concise summary of the content and purpose of the assignment. A well-crafted heading communicates the topic or focus of the assignment, allowing readers to grasp its subject matter and relevance quickly. Avoid plagiarism , as this clarity is especially important in academic settings where instructors may evaluate numerous assignments, as it helps them efficiently assess the content and understand the student's intentions. Moreover, a clear header sets the tone for the entire assignment, guiding readers on what to expect and how to approach the material presented.

Additionally, the assignment heading facilitates organization and navigation within the document. The reader can easily locate specific information within the paper by clearly demarcating sections with headings and subheadings. This organizational structure enhances readability and comprehension, enabling readers to follow the flow of ideas and arguments more effectively. Furthermore, headers aid students in structuring their writing process, guiding them to divide their content into coherent sections logically. This helps students present their ideas more cohesively and encourages critical thinking and analytical skills as they consider how best to organize and present their arguments within the framework provided by the headings. If you find it difficult to handle numerous tasks at once, simply let us know by saying, ‘ do my assignment ,’ and our writers will do the work.

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The General Assignment Header Guidelines

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If you have written at least one assignment, you must have faced a college homework heading. You might remember how it is done in MLA style (at the very beginning of your paper) where the student’s name must be included on the first page, followed by the professor’s name, course name, and the delivery date. It is the most widespread assignment heading that students get to learn. It has a clear purpose: to help college professors identify the paper and enter relevant information in the grading book.

As a rule, the college assignment heading format rules may change, depending on an essay type and your course, yet the basic example (done in MLA format) will look like this:

John Smith Mr. Jackson English 1701 10 June 2019

According to the MLA Style manual , it is obligatory to place this information in the top left corner of the front page with the header’s inclusion of the student’s last name and the page number in the top right corner. Depending on your academic writing format, it may be necessary to compose your assignment’s header in Chicago or APA format, which will require specific templates.

What makes all formats unified, however, as you learn how to title things, is the student’s name, the title of the paper, course name, institution, professor, or academic advisor being mentioned, and the date of the research project or an essay.

Regardless of what formatting style you have to follow or when you ask for online essay assignment help , make sure that you locate and write down the following information:

• Identify the paper style that you have to implement for your assignment. It is necessary to include all the necessary details that will be unique if it is a lab report or a research paper.
• Headings and margins. It is vital to make sure that your paper meets the same page margins from all sides. In most cases, it will be a 1-inch margin.
• First and Last Name must be included exactly in the same way as it is mentioned in your student’s card. The same relates to online courses to help keep your grading book active.
• Professor’s name part has to come next in most academic formats. Remember that in certain cases, it is necessary to consult with your college professor since it may be either “Professor Jones”, “Dr. Jones”, or simply “Jones” unless specified otherwise.
• The Course Name. This college assignment heading part may include a special code for your course like “ENG 201” or “Social Sciences Unit”. Always consult your academic advisor to get things right. Specifying the wrong course may not be considered a serious offense, yet your final grade may be deducted.
• Date. It always depends on the country and the calendar style that is being used. It is one of the most common mistakes that modern students make as they do not check this part in advance or pick examples from the Internet. The military date style is preferred in most cases.

Remember that the title of your paper should always be centered and double-spaced, according to most formats. The only exception is the inclusion of running headers in APA format, which will always be aligned to the left and will include CAPS and a shortened title of your paper. The latest edition of APA 7 does not require the “Running Head” prefix and only asks for the paper’s title, all in capital letters.

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While these often differ between styles, the majority of academic formats will also require learning about the page layout rules . Even when you download freely available assignment header templates from the web, make sure that they have:

• One-inch margins on left and right, top, and the bottom of the page.
• Times New Roman, 12 point font is used or Arial 12pt.
• Text and heading part must be double-spaced.
• Text of the paper is aligned to the left with the 1/2 inches indent for every paragraph.
• The block quotes must follow the same rule.
• Your bibliography part should use hanging indents for every second line of the reference, which also relates to the general heading guidelines for college assignments.

In case of doubt, always consult a relevant style manual!

Working with a cover page for a university assignment is a part of every curriculum, which is a reason why so many professors recommend passing the general English course. It will help to learn how to format your tasks accordingly. It may seem challenging at first, yet knowing how to write a professor’s name on paper will also help you to avoid plagiarism and embarrassment when you send the wrong assignment by accident. Once there is relevant information found in your assignment heading, educators from the other courses or fellow students can easily find and identify every lost college paper in case of necessity.

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Writing Assignments 101: Formatting and Typography Essentials

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How do I style headings and subheadings in a research paper? (2018, December 13). MLA Style Center. https://style.mla.org/styling-headings-and-subheadings/ Mandernach, B. J., Zafonte, M., & Taylor, C. (n.d.). Instructional Strategies to Improve College Students’ APA Style Writing. International Journal of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education. https://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/EJ1093747.pdf MLA Quick Citation Guide. (n.d.). PennState University Libraries. https://guides.libraries.psu.edu/mlacitation/intext Paper format. (n.d.). APA Style. https://apastyle.apa.org/style-grammar-guidelines/paper-format The Main Body Formatting the Main Body. (n.d.). Keuka College. https://libguides.keuka.edu/apa/mainbody

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How to Decipher the Paper Assignment

Many instructors write their assignment prompts differently. By following a few steps, you can better understand the requirements for the assignment. The best way, as always, is to ask the instructor about anything confusing.

• Read the prompt the entire way through once. This gives you an overall view of what is going on.
• Underline or circle the portions that you absolutely must know. This information may include due date, research (source) requirements, page length, and format (MLA, APA, CMS).
• Underline or circle important phrases. You should know your instructor at least a little by now - what phrases do they use in class? Does he repeatedly say a specific word? If these are in the prompt, you know the instructor wants you to use them in the assignment.
• Think about how you will address the prompt. The prompt contains clues on how to write the assignment. Your instructor will often describe the ideas they want discussed either in questions, in bullet points, or in the text of the prompt. Think about each of these sentences and number them so that you can write a paragraph or section of your essay on that portion if necessary.
• Rank ideas in descending order, from most important to least important. Instructors may include more questions or talking points than you can cover in your assignment, so rank them in the order you think is more important. One area of the prompt may be more interesting to you than another.
• Ask your instructor questions if you have any.

After you are finished with these steps, ask yourself the following:

• What is the purpose of this assignment? Is my purpose to provide information without forming an argument, to construct an argument based on research, or analyze a poem and discuss its imagery?
• Who is my audience? Is my instructor my only audience? Who else might read this? Will it be posted online? What are my readers' needs and expectations?
• What resources do I need to begin work? Do I need to conduct literature (hermeneutic or historical) research, or do I need to review important literature on the topic and then conduct empirical research, such as a survey or an observation? How many sources are required?
• Who - beyond my instructor - can I contact to help me if I have questions? Do you have a writing lab or student service center that offers tutorials in writing?

(Notes on prompts made in blue )

Poster or Song Analysis: Poster or Song? Poster!

Goals : To systematically consider the rhetorical choices made in either a poster or a song. She says that all the time.

Things to Consider: ah- talking points

• how the poster addresses its audience and is affected by context I'll do this first - 1.
• general layout, use of color, contours of light and shade, etc.
• use of contrast, alignment, repetition, and proximity C.A.R.P. They say that, too. I'll do this third - 3.
• the point of view the viewer is invited to take, poses of figures in the poster, etc. any text that may be present
• possible cultural ramifications or social issues that have bearing I'll cover this second - 2.
• ethical implications
• how the poster affects us emotionally, or what mood it evokes
• the poster's implicit argument and its effectiveness said that was important in class, so I'll discuss this last - 4.
• how the song addresses its audience
• lyrics: how they rhyme, repeat, what they say
• use of music, tempo, different instruments
• possible cultural ramifications or social issues that have bearing
• emotional effects
• the implicit argument and its effectiveness

These thinking points are not a step-by-step guideline on how to write your paper; instead, they are various means through which you can approach the subject. I do expect to see at least a few of them addressed, and there are other aspects that may be pertinent to your choice that have not been included in these lists. You will want to find a central idea and base your argument around that. Additionally, you must include a copy of the poster or song that you are working with. Really important!

I will be your audience. This is a formal paper, and you should use academic conventions throughout.

Length: 4 pages Format: Typed, double-spaced, 10-12 point Times New Roman, 1 inch margins I need to remember the format stuff. I messed this up last time =(

Academic Argument Essay

5-7 pages, Times New Roman 12 pt. font, 1 inch margins.

Minimum of five cited sources: 3 must be from academic journals or books

• Design Plan due: Thurs. 10/19
• Rough Draft due: Monday 10/30
• Final Draft due: Thurs. 11/9

Remember this! I missed the deadline last time

The design plan is simply a statement of purpose, as described on pages 40-41 of the book, and an outline. The outline may be formal, as we discussed in class, or a printout of an Open Mind project. It must be a minimum of 1 page typed information, plus 1 page outline.

This project is an expansion of your opinion editorial. While you should avoid repeating any of your exact phrases from Project 2, you may reuse some of the same ideas. Your topic should be similar. You must use research to support your position, and you must also demonstrate a fairly thorough knowledge of any opposing position(s). 2 things to do - my position and the opposite.

Your essay should begin with an introduction that encapsulates your topic and indicates 1 the general trajectory of your argument. You need to have a discernable thesis that appears early in your paper. Your conclusion should restate the thesis in different words, 2 and then draw some additional meaningful analysis out of the developments of your argument. Think of this as a "so what" factor. What are some implications for the future, relating to your topic? What does all this (what you have argued) mean for society, or for the section of it to which your argument pertains? A good conclusion moves outside the topic in the paper and deals with a larger issue.

You should spend at least one paragraph acknowledging and describing the opposing position in a manner that is respectful and honestly representative of the opposition’s 3 views. The counterargument does not need to occur in a certain area, but generally begins or ends your argument. Asserting and attempting to prove each aspect of your argument’s structure should comprise the majority of your paper. Ask yourself what your argument assumes and what must be proven in order to validate your claims. Then go step-by-step, paragraph-by-paragraph, addressing each facet of your position. Most important part!

Finally, pay attention to readability . Just because this is a research paper does not mean that it has to be boring. Use examples and allow your opinion to show through word choice and tone. Proofread before you turn in the paper. Your audience is generally the academic community and specifically me, as a representative of that community. Ok, They want this to be easy to read, to contain examples I find, and they want it to be grammatically correct. I can visit the tutoring center if I get stuck, or I can email the OWL Email Tutors short questions if I have any more problems.

How to Write a Perfect Assignment: Step-By-Step Guide

Table of contents

• 1 How to Structure an Assignment?
• 2.1 The research part
• 2.2 Planning your text
• 2.3 Writing major parts
• 3 Expert Tips for your Writing Assignment
• 4 Will I succeed with my assignments?
• 5 Conclusion

How to Structure an Assignment?

To cope with assignments, you should familiarize yourself with the tips on formatting and presenting assignments or any written paper, which are given below. It is worth paying attention to the content of the paper, making it structured and understandable so that ideas are not lost and thoughts do not refute each other.

If the topic is free or you can choose from the given list — be sure to choose the one you understand best. Especially if that could affect your semester score or scholarship. It is important to select an  engaging title that is contextualized within your topic. A topic that should captivate you or at least give you a general sense of what is needed there. It’s easier to dwell upon what interests you, so the process goes faster.

To construct an assignment structure, use outlines. These are pieces of text that relate to your topic. It can be ideas, quotes, all your thoughts, or disparate arguments. Type in everything that you think about. Separate thoughts scattered across the sheets of Word will help in the next step.

Then it is time to form the text. At this stage, you have to form a coherent story from separate pieces, where each new thought reinforces the previous one, and one idea smoothly flows into another.

Main Steps of Assignment Writing

These are steps to take to get a worthy paper. If you complete these step-by-step, your text will be among the most exemplary ones.

The research part

If the topic is unique and no one has written about it yet, look at materials close to this topic to gain thoughts about it. You should feel that you are ready to express your thoughts. Also, while reading, get acquainted with the format of the articles, study the details, collect material for your thoughts, and accumulate different points of view for your article. Be careful at this stage, as the process can help you develop your ideas. If you are already struggling here, pay for assignment to be done , and it will be processed in a split second via special services. These services are especially helpful when the deadline is near as they guarantee fast delivery of high-quality papers on any subject.

If you use Google to search for material for your assignment, you will, of course, find a lot of information very quickly. Still, the databases available on your library’s website will give you the clearest and most reliable facts that satisfy your teacher or professor. Be sure you copy the addresses of all the web pages you will use when composing your paper, so you don’t lose them. You can use them later in your bibliography if you add a bit of description! Select resources and extract quotes from them that you can use while working. At this stage, you may also create a  request for late assignment if you realize the paper requires a lot of effort and is time-consuming. This way, you’ll have a backup plan if something goes wrong.

Planning your text

Assemble a layout. It may be appropriate to use the structure of the paper of some outstanding scientists in your field and argue it in one of the parts. As the planning progresses, you can add suggestions that come to mind. If you use citations that require footnotes, and if you use single spacing throughout the paper and double spacing at the end, it will take you a very long time to make sure that all the citations are on the exact pages you specified! Add a reference list or bibliography. If you haven’t already done so, don’t put off writing an essay until the last day. It will be more difficult to do later as you will be stressed out because of time pressure.

Writing major parts

It happens that there is simply no mood or strength to get started and zero thoughts. In that case, postpone this process for 2-3 hours, and, perhaps, soon, you will be able to start with renewed vigor. Writing essays is a great (albeit controversial) way to improve your skills. This experience will not be forgotten. It will certainly come in handy and bring many benefits in the future. Do your best here because asking for an extension is not always possible, so you probably won’t have time to redo it later. And the quality of this part defines the success of the whole paper.

Writing the major part does not mean the matter is finished. To review the text, make sure that the ideas of the introduction and conclusion coincide because such a discrepancy is the first thing that will catch the reader’s eye and can spoil the impression. Add or remove anything from your intro to edit it to fit the entire paper. Also, check your spelling and grammar to ensure there are no typos or draft comments. Check the sources of your quotes so that your it is honest and does not violate any rules. And do not forget the formatting rules.

with the right tips and guidance, it can be easier than it looks. To make the process even more straightforward, students can also use an assignment service to get the job done. This way they can get professional assistance and make sure that their assignments are up to the mark. At PapersOwl, we provide a professional writing service where students can order custom-made assignments that meet their exact requirements.

Expert Tips for your Writing Assignment

Want to write like a pro? Here’s what you should consider:

• Save the document! Send the finished document by email to yourself so you have a backup copy in case your computer crashes.
• Don’t wait until the last minute to complete a list of citations or a bibliography after the paper is finished. It will be much longer and more difficult, so add to them as you go.
• If you find a lot of information on the topic of your search, then arrange it in a separate paragraph.
• If possible, choose a topic that you know and are interested in.
• Believe in yourself! If you set yourself up well and use your limited time wisely, you will be able to deliver the paper on time.
• Do not copy information directly from the Internet without citing them.

Writing assignments is a tedious and time-consuming process. It requires a lot of research and hard work to produce a quality paper. However, if you are feeling overwhelmed or having difficulty understanding the concept, you may want to consider getting accounting homework help online . Professional experts can assist you in understanding how to complete your assignment effectively. PapersOwl.com offers expert help from highly qualified and experienced writers who can provide you with the homework help you need.

Will I succeed with my assignments?

Anyone can learn how to be good at writing: follow simple rules of creating the structure and be creative where it is appropriate. At one moment, you will need some additional study tools, study support, or solid study tips. And you can easily get help in writing assignments or any other work. This is especially useful since the strategy of learning how to write an assignment can take more time than a student has.

Therefore all students are happy that there is an option to  order your paper at a professional service to pass all the courses perfectly and sleep still at night. You can also find the sample of the assignment there to check if you are on the same page and if not — focus on your papers more diligently.

So, in the times of studies online, the desire and skill to research and write may be lost. Planning your assignment carefully and presenting arguments step-by-step is necessary to succeed with your homework. When going through your references, note the questions that appear and answer them, building your text. Create a cover page, proofread the whole text, and take care of formatting. Feel free to use these rules for passing your next assignments.

When it comes to writing an assignment, it can be overwhelming and stressful, but Papersowl is here to make it easier for you. With a range of helpful resources available, Papersowl can assist you in creating high-quality written work, regardless of whether you’re starting from scratch or refining an existing draft. From conducting research to creating an outline, and from proofreading to formatting, the team at Papersowl has the expertise to guide you through the entire writing process and ensure that your assignment meets all the necessary requirements.

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Crafting the Perfect Headline: 50+ Examples of Proper Heading for Essay

Master the art of crafting a proper heading for essay with our tips and examples to engage readers and enhance your writing.

Writing an essay can be a daunting task, but nailing the perfect headline, or proper heading for an essay , can set the tone for success. Think of your essay’s heading as a first impression. It’s what grabs the reader's attention and gives them a hint of what to expect. In this article, we’ll dive deep into how to craft an effective heading, why it’s crucial, and some tips and tricks to make your heading stand out. Let's embark on this journey to mastering the art of the proper heading for essay writing!

Why is a Proper Heading for an Essay Important?

A proper heading for an essay isn't just a title; it's a snapshot of your entire paper. It serves several critical functions:

• Engages the Reader: A well-crafted heading draws readers in, making them want to read more.
• Provides Clarity: It gives a clear idea of the essay's topic and scope.
• Sets the Tone: The heading sets the mood for the essay, whether it's serious, humorous, analytical, or persuasive.

According to a survey by the American Psychological Association, essays with clear and engaging headings were 60% more likely to be read from start to finish than those with vague or boring titles. This stat underscores the importance of investing time in creating a proper heading for an essay.

Key Components of a Proper Heading for Essay

Crafting a proper heading for an essay involves a few key components:

• Clarity: Ensure your heading is straightforward and easy to understand.
• Relevance: The heading should accurately reflect the content of your essay.
• Brevity: Keep it concise. A long, convoluted heading can be off-putting.
• Keywords: Incorporate relevant keywords to help with search engine optimization (SEO) if your essay is going online.

Types of Essay Headings

Different types of essays require different approaches to headings. Let’s explore some common types:

Analytical Essay

For an analytical essay, your heading should indicate the specific aspect or theme you’re analyzing.

• Example: "The Role of Symbolism in 'The Great Gatsby'"

Argumentative Essay

An argumentative essay heading should present the central argument or question.

• Example: "Is Capital Punishment Justifiable in Modern Society?"

Descriptive Essay

For a descriptive essay, your heading should hint at what you’re describing.

• Example: "A Serene Evening by the Beach"

Narrative Essay

A narrative essay heading should introduce the story or experience you're sharing.

• Example: "My Unforgettable Trip to the Amazon Rainforest"

Expository Essay

An expository essay heading should clearly state what you’re explaining or informing.

• Example: "Understanding the Basics of Blockchain Technology"

Compare and Contrast Essay

For this type, your heading should mention the subjects being compared.

• Example: "Online Learning vs. Traditional Classroom Education"

Persuasive Essay

A persuasive essay heading should present the stance you’re taking.

• Example: "Why Organic Farming is the Future of Agriculture"

Tips for Crafting a Proper Heading for Essay

Creating the perfect heading isn’t always easy, but here are some tips to help:

• Start with a Working Title: Don’t stress about the final title initially. Start with a working title and refine it as you go.
• Use Action Words: Action words can make your heading more dynamic and engaging.
• Be Specific: Vague headings can be confusing. Be as specific as possible about what your essay covers.
• Avoid Jargon: Unless your audience is familiar with specific jargon, keep your language simple and accessible.
• Get Feedback: Don’t hesitate to ask peers or mentors for feedback on your heading.

50 Examples of Proper Headings for Different Types of Essays

• "Analyzing the Use of Irony in 'The Catcher in the Rye'"
• "The Symbolism of the Green Light in 'The Great Gatsby'"
• "Examining the Theme of Isolation in 'Frankenstein'"
• "The Role of Social Class in 'Pride and Prejudice'"
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• "The Bustling Streets of Tokyo at Night"
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• "A Day in the Life of a Farmer"
• "The Vibrant Culture of Rio de Janeiro"
• "My Journey to Overcoming Fear of Public Speaking"
• "A Memorable Summer Vacation in Greece"
• "The Day I Met My Best Friend"
• "An Unexpected Adventure in the Wilderness"
• "The Night I Learned the True Meaning of Family"
• "The History and Evolution of the Internet"
• "How Solar Panels Work"
• "The Benefits of a Plant-Based Diet"
• "The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health"
• "Understanding the Basics of Quantum Computing"
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• "Comparing the French and American Revolutions"
• "Electric Cars vs. Gasoline Cars: Pros and Cons"
• "Public Transportation vs. Private Cars"
• "Why Everyone Should Practice Meditation Daily"
• "The Importance of Voting in Local Elections"
• "Why Recycling Should Be Mandatory"
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Cause and Effect Essay

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Definition Essay

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FAQs About Proper Heading for Essay

What is a proper heading for essay.

A proper heading for essay is a concise, engaging title that accurately reflects the content and tone of the essay. It serves to grab the reader’s attention and provide a snapshot of what the essay is about.

How long should a proper heading for essay be?

Ideally, a proper heading for essay should be between 5 to 10 words. It should be long enough to convey the main idea but short enough to be easily readable and memorable.

Can I use a question as a heading for my essay?

Yes, using a question can be an effective way to engage readers and pique their interest. Just ensure the question is relevant to your essay’s content.

Should I include keywords in my essay heading?

Absolutely! Including keywords can improve the SEO of your essay if it’s published online, making it easier for readers to find.

Can the heading for my essay be creative or humorous?

Yes, as long as it fits the tone and content of your essay. A creative or humorous heading can make your essay stand out and engage readers.

Examples of Effective Headings

To further illustrate the point, here are some examples of effective headings for various types of essays:

• "Deconstructing the Hero’s Journey in 'Star Wars'"
• "The Case Against Single-Use Plastics: An Urgent Call for Change"
• "The Enchanting Beauty of Kyoto’s Cherry Blossoms"
• "From Lost to Found: My Journey Through Italy"
• "The Rise of Renewable Energy: A Path to a Greener Future"
• "Public Schools vs. Private Schools: Which is Better for Students?"
• "Why We Should Embrace Remote Work as the New Normal"

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Conclusion: The Art of the Proper Heading for Essay

In conclusion, a proper heading for essay is more than just a title. It’s a powerful tool that can set the stage for your writing, engage your audience, and convey the essence of your essay. By following the tips and guidelines provided in this article, you can master the art of crafting effective and compelling headings for any type of essay.

Remember, the heading is the first thing your readers see, so make it count. With a bit of creativity and careful thought, you can create headings that not only attract readers but also give them a clear idea of what to expect from your essay. Happy writing!

How to write an assignment format?

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An accurate assignment format in English words is one of the top reasons behind students’ academic success.This writing will state the guidelines for writing different academic assignments with correct formats and a sample template elaborating its importance.

If you cannot comprehend the assignment writing template or feel lost in structuring academic writing according to the guidelines provided by the instructor, ask for professional help.

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What is an essay assignment format?

How to start an essay format?

When starting your own writing in APA, the first thing that comes to mind is a clear comprehension of the basic format for writing assignment. The instructor usually gives students formatting instructions for their assignments, such as file type, font, layout, word count, APA referencing style, heading requirements and footers on Microsoft word, numbering, and headings.

If you’re not sure about formatting your assignment, read on to learn about some typical assignment writing forms with examples or simply hire an online assignment help for the best APA presentation. The professional essay writers of such service companies work on a case study assignment format word each day and hence deliver you the most accurate file format of your particular task. Even for Spanish Homework help you can connect with us and get the necessary help at reasonable prices.

Why is formatting important?

Formatting and presenting is essential to gain good grades. Likewise, it is also crucial for students to get all the information on What is a Number Sentence to get good grades.

The format of assignment of college is split, and the marks are allotted under various categories and subcategories that include

• formatting and layout
• APA referencing
• writing style
• Grammar and spelling.

Remember formatting is also important because you need to have improved academic performance

How many types of format to write for an assignment?

There are several formats of assignment question writing. The main formats of an academic writing assignment include APA format, MLA , Chicago/ Turabian, and Harvard.

The formatting and presenting of academic papers vary depending on the type and subject. In most cases, there are also references to other sources used in the article. Students often want to know about how many words in a paragraph ? Here you will get all the details.

How to prepare the assignment format?

Take a note of the following points when you start writing assignments:

Consider the Instructions 

Your research supervisor has assigned an assignment letter format so that they may assess your grasp of the course material and grade you appropriately. For a given reason, your instructor wishes you to consider something in a certain manner and follow academic integrity.

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Note that you may begin to comprehend the instructor’s plan, aim, or technique for the subject matter by reading the course description at the beginning of your syllabus, reviewing the assigned readings, and pondering the assignment itself. If you’re still unsure about the essays, ask your instructor for more information about the materials and the writing style.

Learn the basic structure 

The following are the six parts of a university assignment. In addition, certain presentation schemes may be required. For instance, using a valid referencing style, leaving sufficient margins, line spacing, page numbers, and font style and font size is essential

• Introduction

Consider the material and evidence.

There are several types of proof, and the sort that works for your assignment might be determined by many factors—the subject, the assignment’s limits, and your instructor’s preferences. When it comes to the ad copy, however, this method may be more successful. Should you use statistics? Is there a historical example with a due date that can help you make an informed decision? Do you need to experiment to determine if statistical significance is possible? Is relying on personal experience sufficient here?

Format is important

It’s essential to follow a few formatting standards. Check out the sample university assignment format to assist you with this.

• Use a simple, legible font, such as Verdana, Calibri, Tahoma, or Arial.
• Use black text on the white background to create contrast.
• Unless you have special permission to utilize them, avoid using colors other than black or white in backgrounds or text.
• The body should have 11 or 12 points.
• Use 1.5 spacing and 2.53 cm (1″) wide margins for the heading and body of your document.
• Place your work in a left-justified, single column (also known as left-aligned) position.
• BOLD and Arial are commonly used for headings.

Title page guidelines

• A title page is necessary for almost every project. It should include the following items:
• Title of the assignment
• Name and contact details for the instructor, if different from above.
• The course name and number.
• Your last Name or student ID number appears at the top left corner—either in a header or on its own line.
• In-text citations/references list (and Works Cited page
• Figure and table labels should be numbered and clearly identified.
• List the numbers in numerical order just as they appear on your test.
• Don’t use numbers to identify items in a reference list.

Footers and headers

On every new page assignments except the title page, add a header or footer (except for first names and student numbers). It should include your Name (Last Name, first name/s), your student number, the course code, and the assignment number.

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Assinment writing template

Here we will discuss some formatting templates for the complete understanding of the many assignments.

Case study assignment format:

   Title page: It contains the Title of the case study, your name, and section number.

Introduction: The introduction is about what you will be discussing in your assignment or where/how you got information for this topic. You must include a clear definition of the situation under consideration so that it does not appear vague. Know more about the Spanish assignment here.

Discussion: In this section, you must discuss whether or not the proposed solution has worked. You may also include other ways in which the problem could be handled. It is important to mention your opinion about what should happen now because it will help someone reading the case study later know where they stand on solving a similar situation.

Research paper format

A research paper outline has got the following parts

• Â Â Â Title of the Research
• Â Â Â Abstract
• Â Â Â Table of Contents
• Â Â Â Introduction
• Â Â Â Research Methodology
• Â Â Â Findings and discussions
• Â Â Â Conclusions
• Â Â Â References and Citations
• Â Â Â Appendices

Essay format

The format of an essay consists of the following five parts:

• Â Â Â Thesis Statement
• Â Â Â Conclusion
• Â Â Â Citations

A paragraph of text may be divided into three parts: the paragraph’s topic sentence, supporting details, and a conclusion.

What is the report format for assignment?

Students are frequently required to complete a project report as an academic exercise in a particular field such as marketing analysis assignment. Most professors want the report to be written at an academic level. The following is the structure of a project report:

• Â Â Â Title Page
• Â Â Â Acknowledgement
• Â Â Â Problem definition
• Â Â Â Objective
• Â Â Â Background
• Â Â Â Methodology
• Â Â Â Analysis
• Â Â Â Discussion
• Â Â Â Conclusion / Recommendations
• Â Â Â References / Bibliography

Similarly, you will have business assignment format, college assignment format, and so on.

APA style formatting tips

• Use the same font for the entire paper, including the Title and any headings.
• Use a sans-serif typeface between 8 and 14 points in figures. 10-point Lucida Console or Courier New is good monospace fonts for displaying computer code.
• Footnotes : A single line spacing, 10-point font

Line Spacing:

With the following exceptions, double-space the entire paper: The title page, abstract, text, headings, block quotations, reference list, table, and figure notes.

• Table and figures: Depending on what you decide creates the best impression, table and figure words may be single, one-and-a-half, or double spaced.
• Footnotes: Footnotes referring to the bottom of a page may be single-spaced and set to your word processing program’s default settings, such as Microsoft Word.
• Equations: Before and after equations are generally double-spaced; however, the students may triple- or quadruple-space them.
• Set margins at 1 in. (2.54 cm) on all sides of the page (top, bottom, left, and right)
• If your course or lecturer has specified particular margins (for example, 3cm on the left side), you should adhere to them.
• Create a crooked right margin (or leave it uneven).
• Do not use full justification, which changes the spacing between words to make all lines equal length (flush with the margins).
• Split words manually after a line.

Indentations:

Remove any line breaks from your file. The first sentence should be indented by five spaces (or more, if desired). For uniformity, indent the first line of each paragraph using the tab key. Most word-processing applications offer good starting points of the same font. The essay’s remaining paragraphs should all be left-aligned.

Exceptions to the paragraph indentation requirements are as follows:

• The title pages should be in the middle of the book.
• Block quotations are indented 1.27 cm (0.5 in).
• The center is used for level 1 headings, including appendix titles. Level 2 and 3 headings are left-aligned, as well as table and figure captions, notes, and so on.
• All text is flush left.

Reference List:

After the text but before any appendices, start a new page and create a reference list. Call the list References (italicized). All references are double-spaced. Apply a hanging indent to all of your citations (the first line is flush left, with each subsequent line indented 1.27 cm (0.5 in)). To

Level 1 Heading – Centered, Bold, Title Case

Level 2 Heading – Flush Left, Bold, Title Case

Level 3 Heading – Flush Left, Bold, Italic, Title Case

Level 4 Heading Indented, Bold, Title Case Heading, Ending With a Full Stop. 

Level 5 Heading, Bold, Italic, Title Case Heading, Ending with a Full Stop.

Essays and assignments look good when you follow the proper guidelines. 

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So now, when you know the way of presenting your assignment writing, use the tips and write every assignment with confidence.

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Singapore, Singapore - October 14, 2023: Logo outside ride-hailing and food delivery app Grab's ... [+] headquarters in One-north.

Ever since it realized that the inherent difficulties in making a profit from ride hailing, Grab has been working to build up its digital financial services offerings. While the super app value proposition looks increasingly shaky, the Singapore-based company has nonetheless developed a wide range of fintech products across Southeast Asia.

Some of these offerings have been more successful than others – and Grab has, as a public company, had to exit businesses that are unprofitable and do not show significant potential.

Heading For The Exit

Before it listed on the Nasdaq in December 2021, Grab was accustomed to breakneck expansion fueled by seemingly endless flows of venture-capital funding. Yet the company has faced a steep learning curve since then, shifting from a growth-first ethos to one focused on achieving profitability. This means that sometimes less is more.

With that in mind, Grab shut down its retail investment offerings in Singapore in September 2023 – a remarkable reversal given how the company had hyped its potential as a wealth management provider when it launched its first such product in 2020. The business was known as GrabInvest and included the two wealth management products AutoInvest and Earn+.

Grab pulled the plug on this business for several reasons. First, robo-advisory services have become increasingly commoditized given the plethora of competition. There was little to differentiate AutoInvest from other digital products that put customers’ money into money market and short-term fixed income mutual funds. Key selling points , such as the fact that investments could be as little as S$1, or that returns were up to 1.18% per annum, failed to resonate with customers. Ditto for Earn+, which was promoted as a “low-risk” way for users to invest into institutional funds and earn returns of 2 to 2.5% per annum on their idle cash.

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Second, we ask this: What does wealth management have to do with ride hailing and food delivery? It’s a big jump from those two services to investing customers’ money, especially given how many other choices they have in Singapore – from established financial services providers.

Lastly, Singapore is a small market at just 5.6 million people . While the city-state has more millionaires than London , and is a wealth management hub in Asia, it caters to high-net worth individuals, not those who want to make micro-investments. The latter business makes more sense for a huge emerging market like Indonesia than Singapore.

Digital Banking Play

Having exited retail investing and facing the inherent limits in payments, Grab is betting on digital banking to drive the future growth of its fintech business. It has digital banking businesses in Singapore and Malaysia while it is a key investor in Indonesia’s Superbank. Singtel is Grab’s partner in each of those ventures.

According to Grab, customer deposits in its digital banking business (including both Singapore and Malaysia) reached S$479 million at the end of the first quarter 2024, up from $374 million in the fourth quarter of 2023 and $36 million a year earlier. Driving the growth was a relaxation of a deposit cap in Singapore – which happened in July 2023 – as well as strong interest from customers in the Grab ecosystem in Malaysia. The number of customers at the Malaysian online lender GXBank doubled from 131,000 at the end of 2023 to 262,000 by March 2024.

Meanwhile, in Indonesia Grab and Singtel together have a 32.5% share of Superbank , which launched last week on the Grab app. Though Indonesia already has plenty of digital banks, it is also a large market where tens of millions of people still have limited access to formal financial services. Given that Superbank is also backed by South Korea’s Kakao and the Indonesian conglomerate Emtek, it has a strong chance of becoming a significant digital banking player – which could pay off for Grab.

Still In The Red

Despite the significant progress Grab has made in the fintech sector, it continues to face challenges making its digital financial services offerings profitable. Case in point: though Grab’s digibank in Singapore, GXS Bank, reported a sixfold increase in net interest income in the financial year ended December 31, 2023, its losses still rose to S$208.2 million in 2023 from S$131.1 million the previous year. Further, non-interest income fell to S$1.18 million from S$2.6 million in 2022.

Grab attributed the losses to increased operating costs, which is understandable as it has been adding staff as it tries to grow the business. That said, we wonder just how strong the inherent attractiveness of the Singaporean digibank is. Its core value proposition rests on its connection to Grab’s ecosystem – something which has less brand power and stickiness than proven super apps like Alipay, WeChat Pay and Kakao.

The tepid performance of Grab’s share price since its IPO in December 2021 is a sign that investors have yet to be convinced of the viability of its business model. Grab’s stock is currently trading at $3.51, which is about 72% less than its market debut – though it has risen almost 10% over the past year.

Looking ahead, Grab will have to prove to investors that it can effectively differentiate itself in ultra-competitive Southeast Asian markets. An ongoing issue to watch is the commoditization of fintech services that Grab offers. While this is less of an issue in Indonesia where low-hanging fruit is still ample, both Singapore and Malaysia are well banked. To gain market share in both of those countries, Grab will need to invest in greater innovation that allows it to stand out from the competition.

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