Understanding your assignment is the first step to a strong research paper. Within your assignment on your syllabus you should look for information such as:
Remember these are just a few examples. The Writing Center at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has a written guide to understanding your assignment and is easy to read. Click on the link below to access that information
University of North Carolina at Chapel - Understanding your Assignment
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The Writing Center\ at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has also created a video with this information in breaking down your assignment. Take a moment to watch this video:
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Understanding Assignments Demo
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If you still need help in clarifying your assignment, please meet with your professor or ask for additional assistance at the Tutoring Center.
