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Here's what students are saying about their writing courses at Antioch University Seattle.
WRTG405: Writing in Academic Contexts
"This course was a wonderful opportunity for growth. My writing has improved in ways I didn't previously believe needed improvement."
"Coming into class, I did not believe myself capable of producing academically sound papers. Now I feel prepared to be a skillful writer."
"This should be required of all students beginning the program here at Antioch. I have already been using what I learned in class in my other classes!"
"The most amazing part was all the tips and help I got. I was also able to understand that there is indeed an art to writing and communicating coherently with others."
"For the first time, I felt I could put words on paper and be able to transmit my ideas to others."
WRTG406: Inquiry and Research
"I loved this class. I felt we learned a great deal about the larger picture and grand themes of writing and research as well as the smaller things like mechanics and grammar."
"I highly recommend this class. The things I learned always segued into in my others classes."
WRTG408/608: Digital Storytelling
"I now have new ideas for using storytelling and new media to make powerful presentations way beyond the typical Powerpoint."
"I can see utilizing what I learned in this class throughout my lifetime and in all areas of my life – family, friends, work."
"I gained technical knowledge of stuff on my computer I never knew I had, and I discovered stories in me I never knew I had!"
"The combination of intellectual, technical and emotional contribution I had to make really felt like 'whole brain' learning."
"This class has been about strength and victory for me. It's been about learning the power of story and the authority of voice."
WRTG400/600: Writing Tutorial
"I learned a tremendous amount about my process of writing. It has helped me be less critical of myself."
"I liked the mini-lectures and feedback on my papers. It was just the right amount to help me refine my skills."
"Workshopping with a small group who were facing similar challenges made me feel supported and increased my confidence in writing and expressing myself."
WRTG606: Inquiry & Research, Psychology
"I learned better ways to engage with my reading."
"I learned a lot about what's expected of me as a writer in a doctoral program."
"I was surprised to agree that the economy of style and general neutral voice required by APA convention can be an aid in furthering the research and adding to the general body of knowledge."
"Learning how to fine-tune and be more concise was extremely helpful."
"This class provided a conceptual framework for research and writing and gave me a deeper appreciation for the creative aspects of writing."
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