HELP FOR WRITERS On the Mānoa Campus We encourage students in writing-intensive (W) classes to first talk with the instructor of the writing-intensive course. Class size is limited to 20 students to allow such discussions. All students may seek help on campus: Writing Workshop–the English department offers half-hour consultations. Call 956-7619 to set up an appointment (spring and fall semesters only). Learning Assistance Center (LAC)–offers workshops on a variety of topics, including how to write research papers. Call 956-7927 for dates and times. KŌKUA Program–helps students with any disability-related academic needs. Call 956-7511 or stop by their office in Student Services Center Room 013. On-line Handouts & Resources Grammar Capital Community College's Guide to Grammar and Writing. Definitions, descriptions, interactive quizzes.  Grammar and Style: An Editing Checklist. (University of Wisconsin-Madison) Brief explanations and examples of 12 things students should keep in mind when proofreading their writing. Attending to Grammar. (Dartmouth) A guide to proofreading that includes explanations of 20 frequently made errors. Plagiarism What is plagiarism and why do people do it? (Cal State LA, University Writing Center) How to avoid plagiarism (Drew University) Examples and corrections. Plagiarism: What It is and How to Recognize and Avoid It (Indiana University) Plagiarism (Princeton Writing Center) Definition and links to related information. General Information University of Illinois Writer's Workshop. Information for students and teachers: writing guides & help (grammar, bibliography styles, writing process handbooks) resources for teachers resources for ESL students resources for teachers who have second-language speakers in their classroom Purdue On-Line Writing Lab. From this page you can access: Over 130 handouts on writing and grammar. Resources for teachers in all disciplines. University of Texas at Austin. Handouts that cover a variety of topics (e.g., how to use apostrophes, how to read literature) Rensselaer Writing Center. handouts on everything from how to write an abstract or lab report to how to use gender-fair language online dictionary, thesaurus, and other reference tools links to other writing centers. Dartmouth College's Composition Center-Student Resources. A good introduction on how to write an academic paper and how to write in the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. Grammar & Style Notes by Jack Lynch. Great resource explaining language usage and common problems. Common Errors in English by Paul Brians. Explains how to use words that are often misused and has information on usage and common problems (scroll down for link to the list of errors). Strunk's Elements of Style. An on-line writer's handbook. On-line English Grammar from A to Z by Anthony Hughes, Edunet International. The Writer's Resource Center is a list of links for all writers. Whether a beginning writer or an experienced writer interested in getting published, you will find a helpful link at this site.   Resources for ESL students and their Teachers Dave's ESL Cafe has everything from a graffiti wall to an ESL student-help center to links for ESL teachers. A list of ESL links for students & teachers compiled by Professor David Sjolie at the University of South Dakota. Citing Sources (paper and electronic) MLA Style Manual APA: How to cite internet information Citing Electronic Resources List of links. American Psychological Association. The Internet service of the American Psychological Association. Contains a link to one million APA abstracts, APA style guide, information on psychology for the general public, APA conferences, and FAQs. Modern Language Association. "The Modern Language Association of America is a not-for-profit membership organization that promotes the study and teaching of language and literature."   Hawaiian Language Reference The Hawaiian Language Center has an online Hawaiian dictionary. Visit this site for information about Hawaiian words.
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