Format your Assignments

Format your Assignments

Not sure how to format your assignment? Following the correct formatting guidelines helps ensure your work is clear, organized, and ready for your instructor to review.

Follow these steps to prepare your assignments for submission through LearnCenter (Moodle).

Step 1: Review Your Assignment Instructions

Before formatting your document, make sure you understand the instructions provided by your instructor.

  1. Sign in to LearnCenter (Moodle) using your student credentials.
  2. Open the course containing your assignment.
  3. Navigate to the week containing the assignment.
  4. Open the assignment and carefully review its instructions.
  5. Look for any specific formatting requirements, such as document structure, citation style, page length, or submission file type.

Good to know: Always follow the formatting instructions provided by your instructor or course syllabus. These instructions take priority over general formatting guidelines.

Step 2: Use the Assignment Template

If your instructor has not provided specific formatting instructions, you can use the university's assignment template as a guide.

The template provides a starting point for organizing and formatting your work consistently.

You may be asked to sign in using your university Microsoft 365 account.

Step 3: Prepare and Format Your Assignment

Once you've reviewed the instructions or opened the assignment template, begin preparing your document.

Before submitting, make sure to:

  • Follow the required structure. Include any sections requested by your instructor.
  • Use the specified formatting. Check for instructions on fonts, spacing, margins, and other document requirements.
  • Include citations and references. Use the citation style required for your assignment and credit any sources you use.
  • Review your document. Check for spelling, grammar, and formatting inconsistencies.
  • Save your assignment. Make sure the file is saved in the format requested by your instructor.

Step 4: Review Before Submitting

Before uploading your assignment to LearnCenter, take a moment to review your final document.

  • Confirm that you've addressed all assignment requirements.
  • Make sure your document follows the requested formatting.
  • Check that any required citations and references are included.
  • Verify that your file opens correctly and is ready to upload.

What If I'm Unsure About the Formatting Requirements?

If the instructions are unclear or you are unsure which formatting guidelines to follow, try the following:

  • Review the assignment instructions. Check for any additional details provided by your instructor.
  • Check your course syllabus. It may contain additional academic or formatting expectations.
  • Contact your instructor. Your instructor is the best person to clarify assignment formatting and academic requirements.

Still Need Help?

For questions about assignment formatting, requirements, or citation guidelines, please contact your instructor directly.

If you're experiencing a technical issue accessing the template, opening your document, or submitting an assignment, our Student Support team is here to help. You can also email us at support@crestmontuniversity.edu

What to Include When Contacting Support

To help us assist you faster, please provide:

  • Your course name or code
  • The assignment name
  • A brief description of the technical issue
  • A screenshot of any error messages, if available