3.7.2 Ensuring adherence to word count and formatting guidelines

• What is the overall purpose of understanding the word count limit in the AQA A-Level History Historical Investigation?

  Avoid exceeding guidelines
• The recommended word count for the introduction of the historical investigation is 300
• The word count for the analysis and argument section is 3,000 words.
• What is the recommended word count for the conclusion of the historical investigation?

  200
• Match the section of the investigation with its recommended word count:

  Introduction ↔️ 300

  Analysis and Argument ↔️ 3,000

  Conclusion ↔️ 200

  Bibliography ↔️ 50-100
• Steps to ensure adherence to word count guidelines

  1️⃣ Review the word count regularly

  2️⃣ Use a word processor with a word count feature

  3️⃣ Monitor the progress as you write

  4️⃣ Make adjustments to stay within limits
• Why is formatting critical for the AQA A-Level History Historical Investigation?

  Ensures clarity and credibility
• The title of the investigation should be bold and centered at the top of the first page.
• The recommended font for the investigation is Times New Roman in 12 point size.
• What line spacing is recommended for readability in the investigation?

  1.5 spacing
• Match the formatting aspect with its guideline:

  Margins ↔️ 1 inch on all sides

  Page Numbering ↔️ Top right corner
• What tools can be used to track the word count of the investigation?

  Word processor or online tools
• Steps to review and adjust the word count for each section

  1️⃣ Refer to word count limits

  2️⃣ Track current word count

  3️⃣ Identify sections exceeding limits

  4️⃣ Reduce excess words while maintaining key points
• What should be the formatting of subheadings in the investigation?

  Bolded and left-aligned
• Using Times New Roman in 12-point font ensures readability.
• The title of the investigation should be bold and centered.
• What margin size is recommended for the investigation?

  1 inch on all sides
• What is the recommended formatting for the title of an AQA investigation?

  Bold and centered
• The recommended font for an AQA investigation is Times New Roman
• What line spacing should be used in an AQA investigation?

  1.5
• Page numbering in an AQA investigation begins on the first page.

  False
• Why is a consistent referencing style important in academic writing?

  Avoid plagiarism
• Match the referencing style with its citation format:

  Harvard ↔️ (Author, Year)

  MLA ↔️ (Author Page)

  Chicago ↔️ Numbered footnotes
• In editing, the focus is on improving clarity
• When should proofreading be done in relation to editing?

  After editing
• Arrange the sections of an AQA Historical Investigation by their recommended word count (highest to lowest):

  1️⃣ Analysis and Argument (3,000)

  2️⃣ Introduction (300)

  3️⃣ Conclusion (200)

  4️⃣ Bibliography (50-100)
• What may happen if a student exceeds the word count limit in an AQA Historical Investigation?

  Penalties
• What is the recommended word count for the introduction of the AQA A-Level History Historical Investigation?

  300
• The recommended word count for the analysis and argument section is 3,000
• Exceeding the recommended word count may lead to penalties in the AQA A-Level History Historical Investigation.
• Order the sections of the AQA A-Level History Historical Investigation by their recommended word count, from lowest to highest.

  1️⃣ Bibliography (50-100)

  2️⃣ Conclusion (200)

  3️⃣ Introduction (300)

  4️⃣ Analysis and Argument (3,000)
• What is the purpose of regularly reviewing the word count in your historical investigation?

  Stay within guidelines
• The "Word Count" feature in Microsoft Word can display the word count for the entire document or selected sections.
• An example of an online word count tool is WordCounter
• What font size is recommended for the AQA A-Level History Historical Investigation?

  12 point
• The recommended line spacing for the AQA A-Level History Historical Investigation is 1.5.
• Footnotes or endnotes in the Chicago referencing style are numbered sequentially
• Match the referencing style with its in-text citation format:

  Harvard ↔️ (Author, Year)

  MLA ↔️ (Author Page)

  Chicago ↔️ Numbered footnotes
• Using a consistent referencing style enhances the credibility of your work.
• Why is it important to use a consistent referencing style in academic writing?

  Avoid plagiarism