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MLA-Formatted Works Cited Page for an Essay

By: Cynthia Jones-Shoeman

Some websites, software, and books help students put together a Works Cited page, but these sources don't always emphasize the importance of paying attention to detail. more...

Helping a Writing Student With Scope

By: Elisabeth Sharber

Most students need help narrowing their scope, and a tutor can help by asking questions that challenge the student to take the necessary steps in the revision process. more...

Using Metaphors as a Form of Writing Tutoring

By: Elisabeth Sharber

Students of writing often need help with how they approach and view writing, which is where foundational ideas can be altered through use of the metaphor. more...

Getting Started on That Troublesome Essay

By: Cynthia Jones-Shoeman

Writers who have an essay topic but are struggling to begin writing their paper will likely find the following techniques helpful. more...

Sloppy Writing Indicates an Uncaring Writer

By: Cynthia Jones-Shoeman

"English" may not seem like an important subject. Read here to find out why it may be even more significant than people sometimes think. more...

Counterarguments in College Essays

By: Greg Gildersleeve

A student turns in the perfect essay: thesis statement, reasons and support, spell-checked. Then she gets it back with a D and a comment: "No counterargument." more...

How to Write a Thesis Paper

By: Katherine Brind'Amour

Thesis papers are often considered difficult assignments, but with the tips below a thesis paper can be the easiest kind of essay to write. more...

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