Class/Miami Resources
- Your classmates. Rely on one another for the questions you have regarding the readings, the work we’re doing in class, software we may be using, etc. You all, both individually and as a collective, embody a vast bank of knowledge and experiences.
- Your Instructor. I will do all I can to assist you in succeeding in this course. Feel free to meet with me during my office hours or another scheduled time. Email is a reliable way to contact me and I will try my best to respond in a timely manner.
- IT Support (513-529-7900; [email protected]; 317 hughes hall) The IT support desk is the main point of contact for technology questions at Miami, including issues with connecting to MU wireless.
- Howe (King Library) and Windate (18 Peabody) Writing Centers. The Howe Writing Center is located on the main floor of King Library. The Center is staffed with writing consultants from many different academic areas. In a one-on-one workshop, a staff member will consult with you concerning work-in-progress, final drafts, research style, and many other aspects of writing. It is best to schedule an appointment ahead of time, but you may also walk in on days when they have consultants available. For further information, visit the student resources site at http://writingcenter.lib.muohio.edu/.
- The Student Counseling Service. Located in the Health Services Center, this office provides a wide range of counseling services. For more information, call 513-529-4634.
Research
MU Libraries
The on-campus libraries are useful for all stages of the research process. The MU Library website can especially be useful for searching databases, online journals, ebooks, and so forth. Additionally, you may want to check out the English-specific library guide.
Google Scholar
As put by Google, "Google Scholar provides a simple way to broadly search for scholarly literature." Google Scholar can be a good place to start looking for credible and academic-appropriate sources.
NY Times Topics
The New York Times categorizes key contemporary topics and debates (for example, Bilingual education, air pollution, gay marriage, etc.) The Times Topics database can be a good place to start the research process, as it can add historical context to the topic you're researching.
TED Talks
TED talks can be useful for people researching topics concerning technology, entertainment, and design. The video site typically features talks from professionals and researchers.
Purdue OWL
Purdue OWL provides style guides and tip sheets for source documentation and integration.
Multimedia Help - Some How-To Guides iMovie (YouTube)
American Rhetoric
American Rhetoric hosts a wide range of speeches from American orators. This website will be useful for Inquiry II.
The on-campus libraries are useful for all stages of the research process. The MU Library website can especially be useful for searching databases, online journals, ebooks, and so forth. Additionally, you may want to check out the English-specific library guide.
Google Scholar
As put by Google, "Google Scholar provides a simple way to broadly search for scholarly literature." Google Scholar can be a good place to start looking for credible and academic-appropriate sources.
NY Times Topics
The New York Times categorizes key contemporary topics and debates (for example, Bilingual education, air pollution, gay marriage, etc.) The Times Topics database can be a good place to start the research process, as it can add historical context to the topic you're researching.
TED Talks
TED talks can be useful for people researching topics concerning technology, entertainment, and design. The video site typically features talks from professionals and researchers.
Purdue OWL
Purdue OWL provides style guides and tip sheets for source documentation and integration.
Multimedia Help - Some How-To Guides iMovie (YouTube)
American Rhetoric
American Rhetoric hosts a wide range of speeches from American orators. This website will be useful for Inquiry II.