* Title: A concise and informative title that accurately reflects the paper's content. It should be clear, specific, and avoid jargon where possible.
* Your Name (or Names of Authors): Include your full name (or the full names of all authors) as it should appear on any publications or academic records.
* Your Affiliation (or Affiliations of Authors): This typically includes your university, department, and city, state/province, and country. If multiple authors, list affiliations individually.
* Course Name and Number (if applicable): This is particularly relevant for student papers submitted for a specific class.
* Professor's Name (if applicable): The name of the professor or instructor the paper is being submitted to.
* Date of Submission: The date the paper is submitted.
Optional, but often included:
* Running Head: A shortened version of the title (usually fewer than 50 characters including spaces), used as a header on subsequent pages. This is common for papers submitted to journals.
It's crucial to carefully review the specific guidelines provided by your instructor, institution, or journal before submitting your paper to ensure your title page meets all requirements. Inconsistencies can lead to delays or rejection.