| Writing
Works
What is Writing Works?
Writing Works is a free writing consultation program established
to assist School of Theology students with writing in the
academic setting.
What services are provided by Writing
Works?
We at Writing Works are prepared to help you confront the
full range of issues that arise in doing written coursework:
Technical
Grammar,
Word Choice,
Paragraph,
Punctuation,
Mechanics
Stylistic
Clarity,
Sentence and Paragraph,
Development,
Expressiveness,
Flow
Compositional
Brainstorming,
Thesis Development,
Logic of Argument,
Organization and Structure,
Introductions,
Transitions,
Conclusions
When appropriate, tutors may also provide guidance in the
comprehension of course content.
What are the Writing Works rules and
policies?
Because of the high demand for tutorial assistance, individual
students are asked to limit themselves to two 50-minute meetings
a week. This policy is intended to ensure broad access to the
Writing Works service.
Writing Works clients are asked to be considerate when signing
up for tutoring time. Be reasonably sure that you can make
it for the hour you have reserved, and if you cannot make
you appointment, please let us know as soon as possible or
cross out your name on the schedule.
People who don't show up prevent others who genuinely need
assistance from benefiting from the service.
Writing Works is not a proof-reading service. Tutors instruct
and advise on general issues which confront students in their
writing during one-on-one sessions; this process requires
the active participation of the student.
If last minute proof-reading is necessary, Writing Works
tutors may respond to this need up to twice during the course
of a semester, but if a pattern os asking for such help persists,
students will be asked to find editing assistance outside
of the Writing Works office.
In general, Writing Works tutors only handle written work
that pertains to School of Theology courses and related work.
In each and every case, we would prefer to focus on content,
argument, and composition over technical details. Try to proofread
your work before coming to our office; this will certainly
minimize the amount of time spent on technical issues. Don't
wait until the last minute. Bring your papers in well in advance.
We can iron out technical difficulties during an early meeting,
thus opening the way for fruitful discussion about your ideas
and hoe best to present them at subsequent meetings.
How do I utilize these services?
You can reserve 50-minute time slots by signing up outside the
Writing Works office, or you can arrange appointments by the
phone.
During your session, the tutor will go over your written
work with you, taking into account the requirements of the
assignment and your own self-assessment.
After examining your written work, the tutor will advise
you on areas of strength and weakness, and offer suggestions
for reflection and revision.
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