A Guide to Writing Term Papers
Student Guide for Term Papers Based on APA 5 th Edition Includes Internet Documentation Formats
Current as of January 2003
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Extended Campus
Dr. James T. Schultz Program Chair, Bachelor of Science in Technical Management Dr. Stephen B. O’Brien Program Chair, Master of Aeronautical Science
Student Guide for Research Papers The following guide is intended to assist students enrolled in the Extended Campus of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. The authors wish to thank Mari Schroering and Ed Landgren for their assistance in compiling and publishing this guide. No changes can be made to this document without the express permission of the authors.
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Abstract This paper describes the format for term papers for EmbryRiddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) classes. The format for the cover page, abstract, body of the report, figures, and tables is presented both by example and explanation. The correct format for citing other authors' work and a reference list is also presented. The guidelines presented are primarily from the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (APA), 5th edition, 2001. The abstract is a concise explanation of what the term paper was about, the results, and the conclusions. It should not exceed 120 words. When considering what to place in the abstract, consider that many people will read the abstract to decide if they want to read the paper in its entirety. The abstract is only one paragraph and the first line is not indented. Use standard one-inch margins.
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A Guide to Writing a Term Paper This paper presents
Current as of January 2003
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Extended Campus
Dr. James T. Schultz Program Chair, Bachelor of Science in Technical Management Dr. Stephen B. O’Brien Program Chair, Master of Aeronautical Science
Student Guide for Research Papers The following guide is intended to assist students enrolled in the Extended Campus of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. The authors wish to thank Mari Schroering and Ed Landgren for their assistance in compiling and publishing this guide. No changes can be made to this document without the express permission of the authors.
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Abstract This paper describes the format for term papers for EmbryRiddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) classes. The format for the cover page, abstract, body of the report, figures, and tables is presented both by example and explanation. The correct format for citing other authors' work and a reference list is also presented. The guidelines presented are primarily from the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (APA), 5th edition, 2001. The abstract is a concise explanation of what the term paper was about, the results, and the conclusions. It should not exceed 120 words. When considering what to place in the abstract, consider that many people will read the abstract to decide if they want to read the paper in its entirety. The abstract is only one paragraph and the first line is not indented. Use standard one-inch margins.
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