How to Do Assignments at VU
Manage your study time well by using a planner or diary to pace your activities appropriately. Start your course assignments early. Do not wait until the last moment. You will need time to gather relevant information, discuss and interact with your course mates and look for additional resources to complete the assignments.
Read through the assignment carefully and find out exactly what is required. Underline key words such as discuss, compare, consider, how would… Those words will tell you what to do for your assignment.
In particular, pay special attention to any format requirements mentioned in the assignment. Many times, the solution is required as a spreadsheet or a word-processed document and tutors may refuse to award marks if the formatting requirements are not followed.
The first thing before doing the assignment is to understand the assignment completely. If anything in the assignment is unclear, you may ask your peers and tutors.
Brainstorm and jot down your original ideas on paper or in your computer.
Look back at the question again to check that you are answering it correctly.
Be to the point. For example, in a descriptive question, there is no need for long introductions or a verbose answer. Don’t just write about the subject, relate your answers to the given points in the assignments and give your own insight/thoughts on it. Make simple sentences, this will reduce language and grammar mistakes.
Make sure that you address all requirements of the assignment. Overlooking small points can lead to loss of marks. Remember, while answering any assignment, you have to show your own understanding about the subject matter.
Think and answer logically. Organize your ideas. Your assignments should be clear, well sequenced and very well constructed.
To prepare your assignment you are encouraged to consult books, journals and the Internet but remember to provide proper references and citations so that you are not penalized.
It influences the grader how well things are organized at first view. Thus make paragraphs and use headings. This will also help you to check that you have answered all the questions.
Do not copy word for word from any source. You should use your own words as far as possible.
If you use an idea from a book or from the internet, written in your own words you should provide the name of the author and the year. At the end of your assignment you must give full details.
If you use the words out of a book, you need to give the author, year and page. The citation and referencing should be done properly so that you are not penalized.
Working with others and sharing ideas is always a valuable activity and is recommended for assignments. However, all material you submit MUST be your own unique and original work.
Copying from others or allowing them to copy from you are both classified as cheating and will be awarded zero marks. The University may award further penalties in certain cases.
Deadlines for submission must be strictly adhered to. Late assignments are not accepted since the University already makes an allowance for infrastructure problems such as power loss etc.
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Bachelor of Nursing and Midwifery: Getting started on your assignment
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Steps to a successful assignment
1. Collect all your information about the assignment
- the handout on the assignment (due date, word limit, formatting, presentation, marking guide)
- the type of sources required for your Reference List e.g. books, journal articles
- notes from classes on how to complete the essay
2. Analyse and prepare
- read your notes and class readings for direction
- do a mind map on the topic- use questions to expand the ideas and knowledge you already have
- do some preliminary research to expand your ideas
- from your mind map write some points grouped under general headings
- where there are gaps in information (or more detail or examples needed) write down some questions that you can research
- identify keywords & search the Library for additional sources e.g. books, journal articles (see the box below for an example of how to break down a topic into Keywords, see the videos in this guide on searching for journal articles)
- write a plan for your essay,
- what information do you already have? what further information do you need?
3. Read for Information
- read Required Reading and make notes
- read the additional articles etc. for information not in the Required Reading
- prepare each Reference as you read it, ensure it is written in the APA referencing style. See the APA referencing guide for further assistance
4. Start writing
- collect notes from your reading and start to build your essay
- write the correct References for each of your readings for your Reference
Identifying keywords for searching
Watch this video to learn how to identify keywords when searching for information on a topic
Keyword search strategies from Victoria University Library on Vimeo .
Example essay topic
Always check your VU Collaborate unit space for information about assessment requirements.
Once you have analysed your Essay topic and done some preliminary reading you are ready to break down the topic into areas for research. The next step is to identify keywords that you can use to search for academic sources of information on your topic.
Select keywords from both the topic and your readings. Keywords can be single words or phrases. You will need to use different combinations of keywords in a number of different searches to ensure you cover all aspects of a topic.
Example Essay Topic
Caring is fundamental in nursing, and develops with therapeutic use of self, a process between the nurse and patient. Outline characteristics of therapeutic nursing, and describe how these skills can be implemented to increase the therapeutic value of nursing care.
Suggested keywords for searching Library Search and Library databases to find information on the above topic.
Example search 1:
("therapeutic relationship" OR "therapeutic nursing") AND "nurse-patient relation*"
Example search 2:
(caring OR therapeutic*) AND nurse AND patient
A list of relevant nursing databases can be found on the "Databases & journals" tab of this guide.
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Title Page Setup
A title page is required for all APA Style papers. There are both student and professional versions of the title page. Students should use the student version of the title page unless their instructor or institution has requested they use the professional version. APA provides a student title page guide (PDF, 199KB) to assist students in creating their title pages.
Student title page
The student title page includes the paper title, author names (the byline), author affiliation, course number and name for which the paper is being submitted, instructor name, assignment due date, and page number, as shown in this example.
Title page setup is covered in the seventh edition APA Style manuals in the Publication Manual Section 2.3 and the Concise Guide Section 1.6
Related handouts
- Student Title Page Guide (PDF, 263KB)
- Student Paper Setup Guide (PDF, 3MB)
Student papers do not include a running head unless requested by the instructor or institution.
Follow the guidelines described next to format each element of the student title page.
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Paper title | Place the title three to four lines down from the top of the title page. Center it and type it in bold font. Capitalize of the title. Place the main title and any subtitle on separate double-spaced lines if desired. There is no maximum length for titles; however, keep titles focused and include key terms. |
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Author names | Place one double-spaced blank line between the paper title and the author names. Center author names on their own line. If there are two authors, use the word “and” between authors; if there are three or more authors, place a comma between author names and use the word “and” before the final author name. | Cecily J. Sinclair and Adam Gonzaga |
Author affiliation | For a student paper, the affiliation is the institution where the student attends school. Include both the name of any department and the name of the college, university, or other institution, separated by a comma. Center the affiliation on the next double-spaced line after the author name(s). | Department of Psychology, University of Georgia |
Course number and name | Provide the course number as shown on instructional materials, followed by a colon and the course name. Center the course number and name on the next double-spaced line after the author affiliation. | PSY 201: Introduction to Psychology |
Instructor name | Provide the name of the instructor for the course using the format shown on instructional materials. Center the instructor name on the next double-spaced line after the course number and name. | Dr. Rowan J. Estes |
Assignment due date | Provide the due date for the assignment. Center the due date on the next double-spaced line after the instructor name. Use the date format commonly used in your country. | October 18, 2020 |
| Use the page number 1 on the title page. Use the automatic page-numbering function of your word processing program to insert page numbers in the top right corner of the page header. | 1 |
Professional title page
The professional title page includes the paper title, author names (the byline), author affiliation(s), author note, running head, and page number, as shown in the following example.
Follow the guidelines described next to format each element of the professional title page.
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Paper title | Place the title three to four lines down from the top of the title page. Center it and type it in bold font. Capitalize of the title. Place the main title and any subtitle on separate double-spaced lines if desired. There is no maximum length for titles; however, keep titles focused and include key terms. |
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Author names
| Place one double-spaced blank line between the paper title and the author names. Center author names on their own line. If there are two authors, use the word “and” between authors; if there are three or more authors, place a comma between author names and use the word “and” before the final author name. | Francesca Humboldt |
When different authors have different affiliations, use superscript numerals after author names to connect the names to the appropriate affiliation(s). If all authors have the same affiliation, superscript numerals are not used (see Section 2.3 of the for more on how to set up bylines and affiliations). | Tracy Reuter , Arielle Borovsky , and Casey Lew-Williams | |
Author affiliation
| For a professional paper, the affiliation is the institution at which the research was conducted. Include both the name of any department and the name of the college, university, or other institution, separated by a comma. Center the affiliation on the next double-spaced line after the author names; when there are multiple affiliations, center each affiliation on its own line.
| Department of Nursing, Morrigan University |
When different authors have different affiliations, use superscript numerals before affiliations to connect the affiliations to the appropriate author(s). Do not use superscript numerals if all authors share the same affiliations (see Section 2.3 of the for more). | Department of Psychology, Princeton University | |
Author note | Place the author note in the bottom half of the title page. Center and bold the label “Author Note.” Align the paragraphs of the author note to the left. For further information on the contents of the author note, see Section 2.7 of the . | n/a |
| The running head appears in all-capital letters in the page header of all pages, including the title page. Align the running head to the left margin. Do not use the label “Running head:” before the running head. | Prediction errors support children’s word learning |
| Use the page number 1 on the title page. Use the automatic page-numbering function of your word processing program to insert page numbers in the top right corner of the page header. | 1 |
Virtual University Assignments Process (2023)
The assignments and quizzes play a significant role at the university level. In this way, Virtual University has given a lot of importance to assignments and quizzes. Students who have completed all their assignments and quizzes, submitted them on time, and passed them with good marks, are awarded marks in the final exam based on a percentage.
In this post, we will discuss the complete VU assignments process at the virtual university, including how to complete assignments and submit them. Quizzes will be covered in another post. So, let’s get started.
Checking for Assignment Announcement in a Subject
First of all, how will we know if an assignment has been posted for any subject? Virtual University sends email notifications for any new announcements that are made. Additionally, when we login to the VULMS portal, a red notification appears on “Assignment” below each subject for which an assignment has been posted, indicating to us that an assignment is available.
How to Do Assignments at VU ?
Manage your study time well by using a planner or diary to pace your activities appropriately. Start your course assignments early. Do not wait until the last moment. You will need time to gather relevant information, discuss and interact with your course mates and look for additional resources to complete the assignments.
Read through the assignment carefully and find out exactly what is required. Underline key words such as discuss, compare, consider, how would… Those words will tell you what to do for your assignment.
In particular, pay special attention to any format requirements mentioned in the assignment. Many times, the solution is required as a spreadsheet or a word-processed document and tutors may refuse to award marks if the formatting requirements are not followed.
The first thing before doing the assignment is to understand the assignment completely. If anything in the assignment is unclear, you may ask your peers and tutors.
Brainstorm and jot down your original ideas on paper or in your computer.
Look back at the question again to check that you are answering it correctly.
Be to the point. For example, in a descriptive question, there is no need for long introductions or a verbose answer. Don’t just write about the subject, relate your answers to the given points in the assignments and give your own insight/thoughts on it. Make simple sentences, this will reduce language and grammar mistakes.
Make sure that you address all requirements of the assignment. Overlooking small points can lead to loss of marks. Remember, while answering any assignment, you have to show your own understanding about the subject matter.
Think and answer logically. Organize your ideas. Your assignments should be clear, well sequenced and very well constructed.
To prepare your assignment you are encouraged to consult books, journals and the Internet but remember to provide proper references and citations so that you are not penalized.
It influences the grader how well things are organized at first view. Thus make paragraphs and use headings. This will also help you to check that you have answered all the questions.
Do not copy word for word from any source. You should use your own words as far as possible.
If you use an idea from a book or from the internet, written in your own words you should provide the name of the author and the year. At the end of your assignment you must give full details.
If you use the words out of a book, you need to give the author, year and page. The citation and referencing should be done properly so that you are not penalized.
Working with others and sharing ideas is always a valuable activity and is recommended for assignments. However, all material you submit MUST be your own unique and original work.
Copying from others or allowing them to copy from you are both classified as cheating and will be awarded zero marks. The University may award further penalties in certain cases.
Deadlines for submission must be strictly adhered to. Late assignments are not accepted since the University already makes an allowance for infrastructure problems such as power loss etc.
Using MS Word For Completing VU Assignments
Microsoft Word is an essential tool for preparing and submitting assignments for Virtual University courses. Some key features of MS Word that can prove useful are:
- Templates – MS Word offers templates that enable quick and easy formatting of assignments according to the required guidelines. Students can use templates like “Report Writing” or “APA” to start their assignments in the right format instead of applying the settings manually. Some templates apply standardized formatting, while others have sample content to guide content creation.
- Style Presets – Virtual University often has specifications for styling elements like headings, subheadings, captions, and body text. By creating and applying custom styles, students can ensure conformance to the format while writing. This also brings consistency in formatting across the assignment paper.
- Protection – Students can use the Protect feature in the Review tab to lock down finalized assignments and avoid inadvertent changes before submission. This preserves the formatting too.
Using User Inline For Completing Assignments
Some assignments can only be completed through User Inline. User Inline is a writing software like MS Word, but it is designed specifically for creating assignments. It uses .DOCS format. For math assignments, User Inline has special math symbols available, whereas MS Word requires the MathType software to be used for creating math assignments.”
Certain Virtual University assignments can only be submitted through the User Inline platform, not through other word processors. User Inline serves as a dedicated writing software for composing VU assignments, much like Microsoft Word in features and functionality.
However, User Inline is specialized only for assignments. It uses a proprietary .DOCS document format. For assignments containing mathematical equations and symbols, User Inline has built-in tools and math symbols. So students don’t need to access additional software just for math representations – unlike MS Word which requires MathType.
So in summary – User Inline is a specialized virtual writing software made by VU to facilitate assignment creation in its standardized format. Certain assignments also mandate the use of Inline for compliance. It makes assignment writing more seamless, especially those containing mathematical content.
How to Use MathType Software for Math Assignments?
Here are some tips on using MathType software for math assignments:
1. Install MathType plugin in MS Word
Go to the MathType website and download the latest version of the software. Follow installation instructions to integrate the Mathtype tools into MS Word for easy access.
Or click the button below to download MathType software for windows. (30 Days Trial Version)
2. Enable MathType tab in Word
Once installed, you will find a new “MathType” tab in MS Word toolbar. Click to enable it whenever you need to insert math equations. Keep it disabled when regular typing.
3. Insert equations using Equation Editor
In the Word document, place the cursor where you want the math equation. Open “Equation Editor” from the MathType tab and type the equation using predefined math symbols and templates.
4. Customize equation appearance
Use features like font style, size to customize the look of equations. Align, indent or number equations using MathType tools based on assignment requirements.
5. Insert common expressions as symbols
For frequent math symbols, use “Symbol Palette” to standard expressions like alpha, beta, deltas etc. by a single click rather than retyping.
6. Check for accuracy
Review inserted equations closely for any error before finalizing the assignment. Confirm symbols, sub/superscripts, and templates reflect the intended math expression.
Using MathType’s rich features for math composition, review, and customization assists with accurately authoring and presenting math-based assignments as per guidelines. The tools make writing equations much easier.
How to Submit VU assignments after completing?
- Log in to your VULMS student account at vu-lms.pk
- Click on the “assignment” for which you need to submit the assignment. This will open the submission section.
- If required, use the plagiarism checking tool and make amendments based on the report. Plagiarism check is compulsory before final submission for most assignments.
- Click the “Upload” button to select your completed assignment file from your device/computer file system. Common file formats accepted are .docs, .pdf.
- Click Submit to upload your assignment to VU servers. Ensure the file size aligns to specified limits.
- The portal will display a real-time confirmation message upon successful submission. Your assignment now gets tagged under the course for instructor access and grading.
- You can now view assignment submission status and grades in your Roll Call portal or access directly from Inline as well.
(In case, you have written your assignment through “User Inline”. Click the “Save” Button to submit your assignment.)
Following these steps correctly ensures your hard work translating into properly submitted assignments to Virtual University for due evaluation within deadlines.
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