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When you receive your assignment, it is important to establish a knowledge of the project’s guidelines. If you have any questions, be sure to ask your instructor immediately. Taking a few extra minutes at the beginning of the semester to clarify your project’s requirements may save you a great deal of time later on.

• Read the assignment carefully, and make certain that you know what you are being asked to do.
• Make a note of the due date. If you are taking several different courses, think about what your overall workload for the semester is, and budget your time accordingly.
• Make a note of the required length of your paper in pages.
• Check for any special instructions. Some instructors may require the use of particular source materials or ask you to hand in an early draft of your paper to check your progress. These types of instructions are important and are designed to help you focus and keep your work moving along.