These are the rules for formatting your assignments. Get to know them.

Software

• You should be able to use a word-processor. You must save documents as doc, docx, pdf or rtf.
• You can use Google Docs but need to know how to save and download that document as a doc or pdf
• You should also have access to presentation software such as PowerPoint and need to know how to put together a simple presentation.
• You should have access to image editing software such as iPhoto, Photoshop or GIMP.

Styling

• Write in 12 point Times New Roman or another standard font such as Verdana.
• This goes for presentations as well as documents.
• Double-space all writing

Titles

• You do not need a title page on section assignments
• An appropriate title at the top of the section assignment is fine
• Unit assignments require a title page or title slide
• Include your name and the date at the top of each page

Naming the file

• Your file name must include the title of the assignment plus your name
• Ex. outlinemap-John.doc or renaissance-jane.pdf
• Use the title of the assignment used in the course, not the title that you have given your assignment
• Your first name and initial is usually fine

Including images

• When including images, check that the image file is no larger than necessary.
• Images should be large enough that they don’t look pixellated on the screen but not so big that you can’t upload the assignment to the course. 
• If you need help with resizing, talk to your teacher.