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Encouraging Students to Seek Tutoring Help

Many students think tutoring for writing is only meant for those with major deficiencies in their writing, or for those who are transitioning into a non-native language. In reality, tutoring is suitable for almost all students, including those who are strong writers. Writing centres and writing tutors work with postgraduate, undergraduate, domestic and international students who wish to improve specific elements of their writing.

A particularly good time to remind students that they can access writing tutoring is when you set new assignments or grade old ones. Students are often aware of elements of their writing that they can improve on, but there is nothing like a new challenge or the assessment of an old one to spur them on to address these issues.

At UBC, students are able to register and book appointments at the Writing Centre online, up to three weeks in advance. They can book up to one hour per week. Most other universities have their own writing centres and/or specialist support services.