Writing Toolbox for Academic Writers

Welcome to your Writing Toolbox.

As an academic writer, you will be expected to write compelling and grammatically correct prose, writing that presents complex ideas thoughtfully (reflecting a well thought out argument), explicitly (providing sufficient detail and relevant support), and ethically (giving proper credit to consulted sources).

The resources here will help you address weaknesses in your writing and master the art of becoming your best personal editor. It is your responsibility to use these resources, as you will be held accountable for the constant improvement of your writing.

THE WRITING PROCESS

STYLE & MECHANICS

Starting the Writing Process

Grammar: Avoid Common Problems

Understanding Writing Assignments

Punctuation: Avoid Common Problems

A Winning Paper Writing Checklist

Steps for Revising Your Paper

Creating a Thesis Statement

Proofreading Your Writing

Writer’s Block & Anxiety Tips

Paramedic Method to Write Concisely

THE RESEARCH PROCESS

Avoiding Plagiarism

Tips for Evaluating Sources

Researching in the Humanities 

MLA Formatting & Style    

Researching in the Social Sciences

APA Formatting & Style Guide

Researching in History

Sample Turabian Style Paper

Researching in the Sciences

Sample Pages: CSE Style

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