How Have Parole Officers Helped People Change And Live New Lives For The Better?


  1. At least 7-8 pages
  2. Use 12-point Times New Roman font (not bold).
  3. Double-space all papers.
  4. PROOFREAD. There should be no spelling or grammatical errors.
  5. Do not use contractions. Spell all words out.
  6. Use proper APA citations: https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/01/
  7. You may write your papers in first person. However, avoid using phrases such as “I feel/believe/think.” Your papers will be much stronger if you simply make claims, rather than identifying them as opinions.
  8. Avoid passive voice. Always have a subject in your sentences.
  9. Avoid incomplete and run-on sentences.
  10. Never use the word “okay” in a formal paper. Be specific—use the thesaurus.
  11. Begin your papers with a strong introductory paragraph that introduces your topic.
  12. End your papers with a clear, concise conclusion summarizing your argument.
  13. Do not be repetitive.
  14. Avoid using many direct quotes. Paraphrase in your own words – and use citations!!
  15. Understand that there is a craft to writing – attempt to present the material in a concise, professional manner that is polished and well-organized.