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Writing Resources

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Just like research, writing is an important aspect of graduate studies and your coursework. Review the tabs above to access information about Grammarly, the Writing Lab, writing templates from APA Academic Writer, business writing, and eBooks about writing from the Rasmussen University Library. Scroll down to watch video tutorials for an overview of the writing process.

Grammarly is an automated software that checks grammar, mechanics, spelling, usage and even plagiarism issues. Create an account using your Rasmussen email and password to get started.

When you submit your work to Grammarly, ensure that you are making appropriate selections in the Goals menu accessible through the Correct with Assistant feature in the upper right hand corner of the application. You can also modify your account settings by clicking the box in the lower left corner to show Set Goals when you start a new document.

set goals screen in Grammarly with selections for audience, formality, domain, tone, intent

Write a terrible first draft.

The beauty of first drafts is that, by definition, they're supposed to be a bit ugly. Scholarly writing, just like good writing in general, is an iterative process. Make a plan, get the words out, and start revising from there.

Writing Lab
Get feedback from a Brainfuse writing professional in 24-48 hours. Include notes for your reviewer to narrow the focus on the aspects of your written work that you are looking to improve.

Consider using templates in the Writing Center in Academic Writer to write your paper.

Choosing Write from main menu of APA Academic Writer

Depending on your assignment, you can select from templates like: basic paper, literature review paper, case study paper, meta-analysis paper, methodological paper, and more. Learn more about APA Academic Writer.

APA Academic Writer tempate options. Details in text above the image.

Business Writing
Visit the Business Writing page to learn about specific types or styles of business writing, such as reports, white papers, memos, etc... Find full explanations, lists of items to include for each form of writing, and examples.

Academic Writing by Luke Strongman
ISBN: 9781443850544
Publication Date: 2013-10-01
Writing is about communication with words, and academic writing is about choosing words carefully to communicate complex ideas. The purpose of the fourteen chapters of this monograph is to provide an introduction to the practice of academic writing with an emphasis on prose writing in particular, for both print-based and online media. Each of the fourteen chapters explores different aspects of academic writing from practical, professional and theoretical perspectives.
The Elements of Style by William Strunk; E. B. White
ISBN: 9780486447988
Publication Date: 2006-05-26
This classic reference is a must-have for writers. In this brief handbook, Strunk identifies the principal requirements of proper American English style and concentrates on the most often violated rules of composition. Authoritative and engagingly written, this is simply the greatest book of its kind.
How to Write and Present Technical Information, 4th Edition by Charles H. Sides
ISBN: 9781440855054
Publication Date: 2017-09-15
Thoroughly updated to discuss the use of tools such as Skype and social media, this concise volume shows how effective communication--via written text and spoken presentations--can positively impact project management in professional environments.
Pathways Through Writing Blocks in the Academic Environment by Kate Evans
ISBN: 9789462092419
Publication Date: 2013-01-01
Drawing upon her knowledge as writer, psychotherapeutic counselor and university tutor, Kate Evans has put together a book which addresses many of the differing aspects of writing blocks, including looking at their emotional and psychological foundations. With discussion and practical exercises, this volume suggests that an infusion of creative techniques can offer pathways through writing blocks in the academic environment.
Spellbinding Sentences by Barbara Baig
ISBN: 9781599639208
Publication Date: 2015-07-10
Spellbinding Sentences arms you with the tools you need to master the power of the English language. In this book, you'll learn the different qualities of words and the many ways those words can be combined to create sentences that hook readers. You'll emulate sentences from your favorite writers, practice proven techniques, and develop your skills one step at a time.
Writing Literature Reviews by Jose L. Galvan; Melisa C. Galvan
ISBN: 9780415315746
Publication Date: 2017-04-05
This useful guide educates students in the preparation of literature reviews for term projects, theses, and dissertations. The authors provide numerous examples from published reviews that illustrate the guidelines discussed throughout the book.

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