Overview
Format the entire paper’s layout using one-inch margins (top, bottom, left, and right). Align the text flush left, double-spaced, using 12-point Times New Roman font. By default, Microsoft Word inserts an additional space between paragraphs – be sure to remove this. The entire paper must be double-spaced. All pages should include the page number, flush right, in the top margin of the paper. Indent the first line of each paragraph seven spaces (one-half of one inch), or simply use the tab key. Either method of indentation is acceptable. However, use the chosen method consistently! Furthermore, only insert one space following punctuation marks (i.e., periods, question marks, exclamation marks, etc.) at the end of a sentence. Using one space makes it easier for others to read the paper. All essays will include a properly formatted title page and reference page. See Appendix for an example. Do not include a running head for the essay and do not include an abstract for SEA papers. Using the above formatting guidelines, will focus the reader on the headings used in the message.1. Utilizing the Three-Part Communications Model, prepare an essay based on the approved
topic from Milestone-1.
2. Use the outline submitted in Milestone-1 and material provided in the Effective Writing
Student Guide for assistance and guidance.
3. Write an 800 to 1,000-word essay on this topic; the title page, in-text citations, and reference
page are not included in overall word count.
4. Format: For writing style and guidance, refer to the Effective Writing Student Guide, Module
1.00.
5. Write the essay in third person (i.e., use he, she, they, them, his, her instead of I, me, my, we,
our, us, let’s, you, your...).
6. Include an updated reference page citing all sources utilized during this assignment; minimum
of three credible references.
7. Similarity index provided from Turnitin cannot exceed 30%, excluding title page and
references.
8. Essay must include an introduction, body (required three main points with a transition
sentence between the main points), and conclusion.
Use the questions below as a guide to help in the development of the details.
- When/where did it happen?
- What happened?
- Who were the key personnel or events?
- What traits, principles, or characteristics made this a notable part of military
history/heritage?
- How did this event affect how the military conducts itself today?
- How has it evolved over time to improve leaders, processes, programs, or
organizations?
- How does this topic enable leaders to motivate themselves/others?
- How does this apply to current operations?
- Are there concepts, terms, theories, or ideas that may be unfamiliar and need
additional explanation?
- Are there historical elements that need to be explored in order to provide needed
content to highlight specific people, issues, or events for a clear foundation of understanding.
Please use attached guideline as reference. you do not have to use the same references.