Biology 580 -- Evolution and Ecology  

• Know how to spell your scientific concepts correctly
• Know alternative names/spellings 
• In the sciences, you are not so much concerned with a thesis; your main focus is to explain aspects clearly.
• Start Early. Proper research takes time.  The better your research, the easier writing the paper will be.  

When writing this paper, you will be using the MLA format.  MLA uses parenthetical references (instead of footnotes).  If you have any questions, please see a librarian at the help desk for assistance with using the MLA Handbook..

Biology 580  -- Evolution and Ecology Project

Make sure you check your teacher’s individual requirements for this assignment. However, there are some areas you will want to make sure are covered:

    * Find at least 1 original research articles.
    * Analyze that paper as to what it says iabout evolution..  
    * Research the scientific background and context of the findings.
    * Use a variety of source types and sources.