I\u2019d like to share what an online appointment with one of our Writing Consultants might look like, as well as the different ways you can get feedback from us online.<\/p>\n
Online Option 1: Zoom Appointment<\/b> Currently, UB is hosting online Writing Center appointments via Zoom.<\/p>\n Just like scheduling a regular in-person appointment, your first step is to visit the appointment tool (the little light bulb icon on your MyUB Portal).<\/p>\n Select the available date, time, and consultant you\u2019d like to work with. After double-clicking, a \u201cCreate New Appointment\u201d window will pop up and ask you to fill in the following – what course you\u2019re seeking feedback for, the instructor\u2019s information, how your online class class meets (synchronous, asynchronous, or hybrid), and what stage of the writing process you\u2019re currently in (planning, early draft, or final draft).<\/p>\n It\u2019s helpful to share any goals you\u2019d like to accomplish by the end of your consultation. You might need a second pair of eyes on your citations, or maybe you\u2019d like to assess your assignment\u2019s overall organization and flow. You might even be in the beginning stages of your writing process and could use a hand in brainstorming or outlining your ideas. Whatever your needs are, the Writing Center can help!<\/p>\n There are also additional spaces to add in the genre of your assignment, and attach a draft and assignment instructions as separate files. If you need to update any information you\u2019ve filled in, re-upload attachments, or cancel your appointment altogether, simply return to the scheduling tool and choose \u201cedit appointment\u201d or \u201ccancel appointment\u201d.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n On the date and time of your consultation, simply return to the scheduling tool, open up your appointment window, and select \u201cEnter Online Consultation\u201d. Your Zoom appointment should begin shortly!<\/p>\n Online Option 2: Online Writing Lab (OWL)<\/b><\/p>\n Don\u2019t forget about the OWL! You can access this through the OWL icon in your MyUB Portal.\u00a0 <\/a> Submitting to the OWL is pretty similar to making an online consultation at the Writing Center. You\u2019ll choose what class (if any) your assignment is for, and fill in information about the genre of the assignment, any challenges you\u2019re experiencing, and what kind of feedback you\u2019d like to prioritize. You should also attach your assignment instructions, any grading rubrics, and a draft of your work itself!<\/p>\n When you submit your paper through the OWL, it will be reviewed by a consultant and sent back to you with actionable feedback and any relevant resources, usually within two business days. You can let us know if you have a specific deadline we can try to keep in mind, but be sure to allow plenty of time (at least several days) between submitting your draft for review and the assignment due date! Rewriting and revision take time, and you want to ensure you have enough time to incorporate any feedback you receive through the OWL.<\/p>\n What Online Option Should I Choose?<\/b><\/p>\n Ultimately, students should choose the online method that works best for them.<\/p>\n Many students find the OWL to be a useful option. Even though UB is operating in an online capacity only, that doesn\u2019t mean students aren\u2019t busy with classwork, family, jobs, and just trying to keep it all together during this time! Using the OWL means you can still get the feedback you need, without having to do much more than answer a few questions about yourself and your assignment. It can also be a more accessible method of resolving your writing issues if you can\u2019t devote the time to a virtual appointment, or don\u2019t have a quiet environment during the time you\u2019d meet with a consultant.<\/p>\n Students who choose a Zoom appointment via the Writing Center have the benefit of working with a writing consultant in real time, where any questions can be asked and answered immediately, versus waiting two business days for an OWL submission to be returned. Virtual appointments also allow for screen sharing – consultants can model resources and revision methods step-by-step, much like an in-person appointment. The Bottom Line<\/b><\/p>\n If you\u2019re having trouble with any part of the writing process, you still have support. We are here for you, we want to help, and no pandemic is going to stop the UB Writing Center from making sure our students have the support they need.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n
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