Writing Support Services at The Learning Center
"Changing writers, not writing"
Visit us in person or online!
Writing Support Services in The Learning Center
We are located in Building A in The Learning Center. While we strive to always have someone available to assist you, it is recommended that you call and schedule an appointment with a Peer Writing Tutor. To make an appointment, call 318-678-6059.
Writing Support Service Online
There are two ways to submit your paper for review online and both are FREE! First, visit BPCC Online Writing Services, where your papers will be reviewed by the Lead and Peer Writing Tutors right here at The Learning Center. You can also visit SMARThinking’s web-based tutorial services to submit a paper or essay for review.
Steps for submitting an assignment to WSS:
- Copy and paste the WSS email address (writingsupport@bpcc.edu) into a new email message from your BPCC student email account.
- Put the information below in the body of the email.
- Attach the assignment, saved as a Word (DOC) or Rich Text (RTF) file.
- After you submit the assignment, allow 48 hours for a response.
BPCC Online Writing Services
When submitting a paper online, it is important to include as much information as possible to better assist the tutor while reviewing your writing. E-mail submissions to writingsupport@bpcc.edu, be sure to attach your paper. Include the information below in the text block of the e-mail. A Peer Writing Tutor will review your paper and comment on the areas you would like addressed. Expect a reply to your request within 24-48 hours.
Please include:
-
Course Name
- Professor’s Name
- Due Date
- Draft #
- Working Title
- A clear description of the assignment as provided in your course syllabus.
Pick two to three areas where you would like the tutor to focus, including:
- Content Development
- Introduction/Conclusion
- Main Idea/Thesis
- Grammar/Mechanics
- Word Choice
- Organization
- Use of Resources
- Documentation of Resources
- Transitions
- Sentence Structure
|
SMARThinking
SMARThinking is a service purchased by Bossier Parish Community College and provided FREE to all currently enrolled BPCC students. In order to access SMARThinking, log in to Blackboard and click on the SMARThinking tab. |
MISSION
The mission of The Learning Center is to serve "all learners at all levels". Writing Support Services assists in fulfilling that mission by serving all writers in every stage of the writing process. Writing, like learning, is a dynamic process, and writers, no matter their level of expertise, can always improve. Working from this philosophy, Writing Support Services' tutors focus on the process of writing and work to establish a foundation for student success in writing.
How do I request a session?
Call Laura Jones, Program Assistant, Writing Support Services at 678-6491.
Also, you can visit us at The Learning Center or click the link below to submit a paper online. Expect a maximum turnaround time of 48 hours for online submissions.
*Walk-ins are always welcome but an appointment is recommended when working with essays or research papers. Making an appointment is especially recommended for students enrolled in English 102 0r above.
Our peer writing assistants are eager to help you with the following:
- Essay content and organization
- Grammar and mechanics
- MLA or APA style questions
- Research Papers and lab or technical information
How do I prepare for a session?
- Bring a copy of the assignment instructions.
- Have two copies of your assignment (one for the tutor and one for you).
- Create a mental list of the specific areas that you want a WSS specialist to help you improve.
- Make an appointment well in advance of the due date.
- Be prepared to accept constructive criticism.
Remember…
- A WSS Specialists is here to help, but the writing is always yours.
- Do not expect your paper to be error-free.
- A WSS specialist offers support and suggestions and will not pass judgment on your writing.
Our peer writing assistants support students by
- Actively listening and talking about the writing process.
- Helping to define the impact and purpose of their writing.
- Discussing issues like grammar, organization and usage in terms of a student’s paper.
- Facilitating student-led questions to focus the writer on issues that need to be addressed.
- Respecting assignment parameters, grading and instructional preferences.
POLICIES
Writing Support Services is not an editing service. Our goal is to improve students' writing ability, not to "fix" individual papers.
Peer writing tutors work only with writers and their texts. Whether in person or online, the work submitted must be your own. Writing is a process that involves the active participation of both parties.
While we welcome drop-ins, it is recommended that students make an appointment to meet with a peer writing tutor. |
