Writing Resources: Video Library
Welcome to the IASS Writing Resources Video Library page. This collection, developed by Writing Studio tutors, offers practical, easy-to-follow videos on essay writing, citation styles, and writing strategies. Watch and use these short videos as a step-by-step guide to strengthen your writing throughout the semester.
Table of Contents
| Video Instructions and Help: | Video Creator / Producer |
|---|---|
| *** Click the links below to locate videos *** | |
| Writing a Definition Essay | Madison Hazen |
| How to Avoid Plagiarism | Madison Hazen |
| Transitions in Academic Writing | Madison Hazen |
| How to Write a Personal Narrative Essay | Talitha Ryle |
| How to write a Thesis Statement | Iyonna Miller |
| Avoiding Sentence Errors: Comma Splices | Dagmar Rodriguez |
| Show, Don’t Tell | Camara Kelly |
| Punctuation rules: How to use Commas, Semicolons, and Colons | Madison Hazen |
| Avoiding Sentence Errors: Run-on Sentence | Dagmar Rodriguez |
| How to write a Conclusion Paragraph | Madison Hazen |
Video Instructions and Tutorials:
Writing a Definition Essay - Madison Hazen
This video guides you through the process of writing a definition essay, from choosing a term to crafting a clear and well-supported explanation.
How to Avoid Plagiarism - Madison Hazen
This video explains what plagiarism is and offers practical strategies to help you avoid it in your academic writing, including proper citation techniques and tips for paraphrasing and summarizing.
Transitions in Academic Writing - Madison Hazen
Learn how to use transitions effectively to create clear and logical connections between ideas in academic writing.
How to Write a Personal Narrative Essay - Talitha Ryle
Explore how to write a compelling personal narrative essay that reflects on meaningful experiences and connects with your readers.
How to write a Thesis Statement - Iyonna Miller
This video offers you ideas to craft a strong thesis statement.
Avoiding Sentence Errors: Run-on Sentences - Dagmar Mendez
In this video, you will learn to avoid run-on sentences.
Click the image to see the video lesson, or click here for a Direct Link.
Show, Don’t Tell - Camara Kelly
This video describes the “Show, Don’t Tell” strategy, which writers use to convey information through details and actions, rather than stating something outright.
Punctuation rules: How to use Commas, Semicolons, and Colons - Madison Hazen
This video covers the general rules of using commas, semicolons, and colons.
Avoiding Sentence Errors: Comma Splices - Dagmar Mendez
In this video, you will learn to avoid comma splices.
Click the Image to see the video lesson, or click here for the Direct Link.
How to write a Conclusion Paragraph - Madison Hazen
This video provides you with some proven techniques to compose an effective conclusion.
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