Including context information
When creating document it is very useful to include basic overall information (also called meta-data).
Some headings (Name, course, etc),
Headers & footers (page numbers).
For me, this assists in the marking to know I am working with the correct submission from the correct student
Checklist
Read through the Word processing checklist items (link above). Are you using the techniques listed?
File naming
Sensible file naming can assist in finding the right file. Adding a version number also helps to know which is your most current. (link above).
When a template is completed, it is no longer a template, so "template" should not be in the filename.
Use styles for headings and use those included in MS-Word (e.g. Heading1). This is especially useful when you get a long document and want to create a Table of Contents (under the "References" tab). Also, you can modify the formatting.
How to use Styles in Microsoft Word (Stratvert, 2020)
It is best NOT to use underlines or UPPERCASE for headings or text. This dates back to typewriters, and you will seldom see it in any publications – like books, magazines, or newspapers.- Underlines have come to mean a hyperlink.
Use headers to show significant metadata (Name/date/Course), to give continuity to the report.
Include sub-headings to break the report into clear parts. This helps make sure you cover all the requirements and aids in marking.
Use footers (include page numbers).
Stratvert, K. (2020, May 10) How to use Styles in Microsoft Word. [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UOVU6qQ2iOM