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Thinking as a Writer: Analyzing Rhetorical Situations through Authentic Writing
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Addressing Misconceptions about Plagiarism in Writing by L2 Writers
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Documenting Legal Works in MLA Style
Learn how to document legal works in MLA style with our comprehensive guidelines . . . Read More
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Tips for Teaching Community-Engagement Projects in the College Writing Classroom
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Five Commonly Misattributed Quotations
Quotations are frequently misattributed to famous people. This post examines five common examples. Read More
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Student Accountability, Google Docs, and Digital Peer Review
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