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Essay Instructions: --Title: Mummification: Preparing for the Afterlife in Egypt.

--There must be a clear thesis statement in the introduction that clearly sums up the objective/subjects of the paper.

--There are 3 subjects of Mummification that I would like covered:
1) Ancient mummification. (pharaohs and commoners)
2) Mummification of animals
3) Mummification today

**These topics do not need to be in any specific order.

**Of the 5 sources, ONLY 1 can be from the internet (site/webpage).

Essay Instructions: Survey I

Art History


Research Paper


The successful completion of this course requires a written research paper. The topic of your paper must be relevant to this course and the time period that we are studying. You should be concise in your choice of subject, so it can be covered in the required 5 pages.

Example: Gothic architecture is too broad a topic. Narrow it down. A better choice would be a comparison of the characteristics of one structure from French Gothic to another from Italian and another from English Gothic.

Your topic must relate to the art or architecture as well. For example: If you are interested in the mummification process of Egypt you must link it to the art. Find examples of art that reflect the afterlife etc.
I want the topic to be a subject that is meaningful to you, one that you are interested in and wish to learn more about.

Grading breakdown and submission requirements

Decide on your subject and submit a concise statement outlining the subject you have chosen and the direction of your research. ( possible 5 points of final paper grade)
You must submit a bibliography of your research sources in advance of the completed paper, (possible 10 points of final paper grade). Check these books out, look through them. Make sure your sources have the necessary information you are looking for before you submit it. Often students assume the information will be in the text and realize at the last minute they don’t have the proper sources.
I am looking for information that is not found in your text. If you are simply rewording what is in the text and no new information has been researched you have not met the requirements of the assignment. You may use your text as a supplement resource.
Electronic submission of final paper through "Turn it in.com" (possible 85 points of final paper grade based on quality of writing and research).

You will be graded on your approach to the topic, your research, and refinement of the final product.
Grammar, spelling does count! Don't rely entirely on spell check . You should always read through the finished paper before turning it in. You may spell a word correctly but it may be the wrong word in context.
I will give you the dates/ deadlines for these in plenty of time to get them done. You must turn these in on time , no exceptions.




Requirements:

The paper should be a minimum of 5 pages, double spaced 11 point Times.
The paper MUST be documented using Chicago style documentation

Endnotes or footnotes are mandatory
Consult this link for more information about the documentation :Chicago style documentation
Any information that is not entirely your own must be documented with footnotes or endnotes
Any cutting and pasting of text will be considered plagiarism. Short quotes are acceptable. Put the information in your own words and document the source
A bibliography should also be included with your final submission
You must use a minimum of 4 research sources.

I do not consider Internet resources as primary sources. Only 2 of these can be internet sources
I will not accept a research paper or preliminary bibliography that has only internet sources
Caution! Much of what you read on the web is not accurate. Be very careful that your source is valid.
Context is also important. Art is a reflection of the society that created it. Makes sure to include a brief explanation regarding what influenced the creation of the work, what is going on in the world at the time, etc.
Illustrations are also important find images of the works you are discussing. They can be included in the text or at the end. Make allowances for pages if you include in the body of the work. 5 pages may end up being 6.
Your Paper MUST be turned in on time. No Exceptions.
You are required to submit your paper through "Turn it in .com".

Academic Integrity:

Plagiarism/ Cheating are not tolerated and a zero grade will be entered for an exam or paper.
All thoughts that are not your own must be documented in footnotes and bibliography entries to avoid plagiarism
Lone Star College-CyFair is committed to a high standard of academic integrity in the academic community. In becoming a part of the academic community, students are responsible for honesty and independent effort. Failure to uphold these standards includes, but is not limited to, the following: plagiarizing written work or projects, cheating on exams or assignments, collusion on an exam or project, and misrepresentation of credentials or prerequisites when registering for a course.
Plagiarism means passing off as his/her own the ideas or writings of another (that is, without giving proper credit by documenting sources). Plagiarism includes submitting a paper, report or project that someone else has prepared, in whole or in part. Collusion is inappropriately collaborating on assignments designed to be completed independently. These definitions are not exhaustive.