What This Document Is
This document provides instructions for a primary source analysis paper assignment in US History 1301 at Lone Star College System. It outlines the requirements, expectations, and grading criteria for a 500-word paper focused on analyzing a historical document provided within the course.
Why This Document Matters
This document is essential for students enrolled in HIS 1301 who are preparing to complete the primary source analysis paper. It clarifies the assignment’s goals, the specific questions students should address in their analysis, and important policies regarding source usage and citation. It’s used during the assignment preparation phase to ensure students understand expectations before beginning their work.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This document *does not* provide the primary source itself, nor does it offer a completed example of the analysis paper. It also doesn’t teach historical analysis techniques – it assumes students have some foundational understanding of how to interpret historical evidence.
What This Document Provides
The full document includes:
* Detailed instructions for the paper’s content, including specific questions to answer regarding the source’s author, context, and connections to course materials.
* A strict plagiarism policy, emphasizing the prohibition of external research on the assigned source.
* Formatting guidelines (font, margins).
* Citation requirements (Chicago Manual of Style).
* Frequently Asked Questions addressing common student concerns.
* A grading rubric outlining point values for different sections of the analysis (Author, Context, Connections).