Norwich University - Master of Arts in Military History Essay Webinar
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You are viewing the slides from the
August 11th, 2010 webinar
presentation.
To watch the presentation, go to: http://militaryhistory.norwich.edu/infor
mation-sessions/
PresenterJames Ehrman,
PhDMMH Program
Director
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Essay ExpectationsCiting ExamplesCommon QuestionsResourcesTips
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ASAS: Analysis, Synthesis, Argument and Significance
Make an argumentSupport it with facts and analysisUtilize different scholarly sources Explain the importance of your
argument
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FontsSpacingFont SizePage NumberingAbbreviationsCommasQuotationsHyphens, En Dashes, Em Dashes
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Q: Why can’t I use Wikipedia as a reference? Can you suggest some alternative web sources?
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Q: What is the difference between author-date, humanities, bibliographic and reference-list entry styles?
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Q: I understand that there are three accepted reference models (parenthesis, endnotes and footnotes). Is one preferred over another?
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Q: Do I have to use the sources provided or can I use alternate sources to support my argument?
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Take your time and do not rush it Be sure to follow all the instructions
provided Purchase an inexpensive grammar and
citation guide Proofread your paper multiple times Use the spell and grammar check Have a friend proofread your paper Remember: The essay is the most important
element of your application package
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Quick Guide http://www.chicagomanualofstyle.org/tools_citationguide.html
Chicago Manual of Style Citation Guide http://library.osu.edu/sites/guides/chicagogd.php
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Do you have further questions regarding Norwich University’s MMH program, essay, coursework specifics, and the capstone paper? Previous Information Sessions:
http://militaryhistory.norwich.edu/information-sessions/
Admissions Email: [email protected]
Phone: 1-800-460-5597 Ext. 3372
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Important Dates
Application DeadlineAugust 13, 2010
Classes StartSeptember 6, 2010