It should be an essay that explains what documentary is a.k.a. “what is documentary photography” and what the big difference is between it and reportage photography.
The essay needs be divided in to a beginning, middle and end/conclusion and the divisions have to be rather clear. Paragraphs should be logically sequenced and the tone of the essay should be contemplative a.k.a. the emphasis should be on explaining so the reader(s) can form its own opinion rather than then the writer presenting its opinion too much.
At least 10 relevant citations should be included and be referenced according to the APA convention.
Furthermore there should be a source list with at least 5 sources which have to be organized using the APA conventions.