1. Kaplan University Writing CenterFriday, October 09, 2015 1 Welcome to the Kaplan University Writing Center Paper Review Q&A Center Reference Library Live Tutoring

2. Kaplan University Writing CenterFriday, October 09, 2015 2 Overview You can learn to write well, and the quality of your writing can impact your career. It’s no secret that having strong writing skills will give you an edge in today’s competitive job market. It’s no secret that writing isn’t just for “writers.”

3. Kaplan University Writing CenterFriday, October 09, 2015 3 It’s free. It’s easy. It’s friendly and there when you need it. While you are taking steps toward your degree, why not take advantage of the Writing Center? Overview Paper Review Q&A Center Reference Library Live Tutoring

4. Kaplan University Writing CenterFriday, October 09, 2015 4 Our live tutors are available 15 hours each week: Sunday, Monday and Tuesday 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. ET (Please note we are closed all other days, including official University holidays). Click on "Speak with a Writing Center Tutor“ link and "Join Live Tutorial“ will appear. This is where you can interact with a friendly, capable tutor. * Our tutors are 100% genuine Kaplan University professors. That means they are fully experienced, completely trained, and ready to help you with any area and any stage of writing. Live Tutoring Feeling unorganized? Commas giving you fits? Relax.

5. Kaplan University Writing CenterFriday, October 09, 2015 5 You can easily submit a question for a tutor. With our 24/7 “Q & A Center,” you can type out any writing question you have directly on the screen and leave it with us. This is especially helpful when you cannot make it during “live tutor” hours, or have a rather complicated question. For example, let’s say you have an unusual source you want to cite or reference in a paper, and none of your APA tip sheets or websites show a good example. Post your question in the “Q&A Center” and we will get back with you in approximately 24 hours. Q&A Center Can’t squeeze a tutor into your busy schedule? No problem.

6. Kaplan University Writing CenterFriday, October 09, 2015 6 In the Writing Center’s Reference Library, we have a wide variety of tips on common writing issues under these categories: Writing Types and Tools Writing Process Research, Citation, and Plagiarism, Writing Mechanics These student friendly, professor approved PDF documents can be saved to your computer and easily printed. The “Research, Citation, and Plagiarism” section is particularly helpful. If you are having trouble with APA (formatting, in-text citations, creating a reference page), this section can help, and “APA 101” is a great place to start. Reference Library It’s 3 in the morning. You need to know what? We probably have the answer.

7. Kaplan University Writing CenterFriday, October 09, 2015 7 How do you do it? Easy. Attach your paper to an email message from your Kaplan account and send it to: KUWC@kaplan.edu In KU Campus, click on the “Mail” link in the upper-right corner of the page, then click on “Compose” and “Add Attachment.” But don’t stop reading yet … When you “Submit a Paper for Feedback,” one of our tutors will review it and give you some valuable suggestions to help you improve your writing. This is especially useful during the draft stage of the writing process. Our tutors will return your paper (with clear, useful suggestions) within 48-72 hours. Nice! Paper Review Service Paper due next week? We can help.

8. Kaplan University Writing CenterFriday, October 09, 2015 8 This service does not guarantee higher grades; grades on projects are strictly the domain of your Kaplan University professor. Use the comments you receive from the Paper Review Service to create a stronger draft of your project. Papers must be submitted as an attached Word.doc,.docx, or.rtf file. Failure to do this will delay timely feedback. With your submission, you must provide:  your full name  your Kaplan email address  an alternative email address (for example, hotmail, Gmail, yahoo, etc.)  your course and section number (for example, CM220-01)  the name of your instructor Please include only one project per email request. If you have more than one paper to be reviewed, please compose a separate email for each. While all other resources offered by the Writing Center are unlimited, students are allowed to submit five projects per term for review by our tutors. Paper Review Service … it’s important to note:

9. Kaplan University Writing CenterFriday, October 09, 2015 9 Here’s how to find us: Log in to your Kaplan homepage, then click “My Studies,” then “Writing and Math Centers.” (Yes, Kaplan offers math tutoring, too!) How to Find Us

10. Kaplan University Writing CenterFriday, October 09, 2015 10 Once you reach the Academic Success Center page, you’ll see our links in the navigation bar on the left. Click around. How to Find Us

11. Kaplan University Writing CenterFriday, October 09, 2015 11... you’ll notice a number of links designed especially for you. Don’t be shy—check them out. Once inside … How to Find Us

12. Kaplan University Writing CenterFriday, October 09, 2015 12 We can help you understand and avoid plagiarism We have ESL/ELL services if English is not your native language Stop by and see us. We look forward to working with you! Additional services? You bet. Thank you!