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Our records show that people who come to this site for advice on writing look first at the information on writing centres and courses, but then start asking other questions while they're here. They go most often to the big topics like "how can he expect me to understand that assignment sheet, anyway?" or "what does she mean, write a critique?" They wonder what critical reading means, whether to use a thesis statement, and that perennial concern: how to use sources intelligently. Eventually they want to know how to write admission letters for grad school, or application letters and resumes.

They also come to the site to get specific practical advice on writing concisely, avoiding common grammar and punctuation errors, and mastering ESL challenges such as using the article correctly. And of course everybody needs to know how to format references according to standard documentation systems. Lots of visitors look at our lists of reference books on specific types of writing, and many follow our links to other online writing advice, including the spectacular set of files offered by Purdue University.

Faculty and TAs come to the site too, sometimes to find the list of advice files they can give their students, and sometimes to read discussions of ways to design practical assignments and mark them efficiently. They also consult our lists of books about teaching writing as part of their disciplines.

Actually, lots of people browse our site wondering what to look for. That's why we have just added a page on Frequently Asked Questions. And of course it's always possible to start at our front page, or the page that lists our advice files, and jump around as interest carries you. After all, there are over 200 files here!

 
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