Source information must be given for each research assignment. Each research assignment will be valued at 25 points. The body of the paper must be in your own words. Up to 10 points may be deducted if some material is copied directly. The papers must be taken from a magazine, periodical, or internet article that is of recent publication.
Books are also acceptable sources for reports.
All assigned work for each chapter should be completed before moving to the next chapter. Additionally, all chapter assignments must be completed prior to taking the exam for that unit. A suggested schedule is provided to help students manage the course. Students may send completed assignments to the instructors through e-mail, traditional mail, or fax. Each student must check in with the instructor, preferably through e-mail, at least once a week.