Center for Writing staff run classroom workshops covering peer review, thesis statements, collaborative writing, poster presentations, and more. In addition to the workshops listed below, we can work with you to develop workshops tailored to the specific needs of your class.
In-Class Workshops
Building Better Essays
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Highschool vs College Writing
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Scholarly Mindset = Scholarly Writing
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Strengthening Weak Thesis Statements
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Writing an Introduction intro – meaning “within” / ducere – meaning “to lead or bring”
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The M.E.A.L. Plan
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Annotated Bibliographies
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Ways of Inquiry
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Active vs Passive Voice This workshop covers the basics of active versus passive voice in academic writing. Students will learn when, how, and why to use each effectively. No matter the discipline or topic, we tailor the workshop to your writing assignments. Best suited for the revision stage, students will practice identifying voice in their writing. |
Peer Review Revision is key to writing within any discipline. The Peer Review Workshop includes an overview and demonstration of best peer review practices. Center for Writing staff will facilitate in-class peer review with the support of Writer's Workshop consultants, depending on class size. Students will learn how to differentiate between higher and lower-level concerns in each others' writing, provide feedback, and more. |
Collaborative Writing The Collaborative Writing Workshop is a great resource to pair with the group writing projects you assign. This workshop includes activities and strategies to help students write and work effectively in a group setting. Center for Writing staff will cover how students can establish clear guidelines and expectations, create subtasks, and tips for conflict resolution. |
Oral Presentation The Oral Presentation Workshop prepares students for public speaking in an academic setting. This workshop includes how to “write” a script, make effective use of powerpoints, and audience-specific talking strategies. |
Poster Presentation The Poster Presentation Workshop is ideal for project display in any discipline. Students will learn how to recognize and navigate the rhetorical situation, create effective visual tools, and practice using graphic design and layout to enhance their presentation. |
Interested in requesting a Writer's Workshop Infosession for your class?
Don't see the workshop you need? Email Laurie at centerforwriting@holycross.edu with your questions and suggestions!