- discuss the skills needed for each occupation, what kinds of degrees and certifications are recommended, and what the salary ranges are.
- discuss, based upon your personality and work preferences, what you see as the pros and cons of each occupation.
- be written in a narrative style; that is, not as a list of items. This is a research paper, not a memo and not a simple list.
- be written in a professional manner, according to the following guidelines:
- consistent style, and with appropriate font and size, 1 margins, etc.
- a title page,
- a body of 2 pages maximum,
- double spaced,
- introductory paragraph,
- sections for each position,
- in-text citations from your sources,
- a summary / conclusion comparing the positions and stating your preference,
- a References page
- with at least 3 sources, appropriately formatted
- at least one non-web source (see rubric below)
- formatted consistently and providing all relevant info to allow the instructor to verify your sources.
Note: Simply choosing to follow APA or MLA style guarantees youll meet these requirements.
