This document provides guidelines for a policy essay assignment due on March 31, 2010. The 15-page essay must be formatted in APA style with a complete bibliography. It should address a major public policy issue in Saskatchewan, describe key sub-issues, and explain differing viewpoints. The analysis must reference at least three articles from 2005-2009 discussing contradictory perspectives on the issue. Topics could include gender equity, teacher professionalism, student achievement, property taxes, accountability, or Aboriginal education. The essay must take a clear position and support it with evidence from sources, addressing counter-arguments.