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Online Research and Writing Resources for Students
Writing Resources
The Purdue University Online Writing Lab (the “OWL”) – Contains resources on all aspects of the writing process, from brainstorming to developing ideas, from citing sources to editing.
Guide to Grammar and Writing (Capital Community College)
WPA Plagiarism Statement
Dave’s ESL Café – A Resource for writers for whom English is not a first language.
MLA Citation (Bedford St. Martin’s Guide Online)
The Elements of Style
Research and Library Resources
EMU Library Main Page – Contains links to library catalog, databases, and writing and research-related resources. Also contains “Ask a Librarian,” where you can get help with research through the online chat window or by email.
Halle Library Research Guides by subject or course and Research 101 @ EMU
Halle Library Citation Guides – Includes MLA and APA citation guides, information on finding sources, and tips on evaluating sources.
Merriam-Webster online – An online dictionary and thesaurus.
Internet Public Library – An online resource offering a variety of resources, including a form to ask for help from IPL librarians.
Resources for Faculty
Writing Across the Curriculum Programs and Resources
The WAC Clearinghouse
The International WAC Network
CAC at North Carolina State University
Georgia State University WAC
Northern Illinois University WAC
University of Richmond WAC
Academic Writing
Writing in the Disciplines
LabWrite @ NC State
Current Literature on Writing
“Writing: Ticket to Work… Or a Ticket Out.” A study by the National Commission on Writing, September 2004.
Higher Education Professional Associations
National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE)
Writing Program Administrators
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Association of Teachers of Technical Writing (ATTW)
American Association of College and Universities (AACU)
Association of General and Liberal Studies (AGLS)
National Communication Association (NCA)
Higher Learning Commission
