Writing Resources

Welcome to our Writing Resources. Here you can find general writing advice, referencing and style guides, tips on lab report writing and more. For additional support book an appointment with a writing instructor.

Writing Advice

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Ten Common Grammatical Errors and Conventions in Academic Writing

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Six Effective Tips to Write a Summary

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Critical Review

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Comparative Essay

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Fundamentals of Reflective Practice (Reflective Writing)

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Lab Report Writing

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Eight Essential Parts of a Lab Report

Referencing and Style Guides

CHICAGO

Chicago Formatting & Style Guide

MLA

MLA Formatting & Style Guide

ASA Formatting & Style Guide (from UTM Sociology Department)

APA

APA Formatting & Style Guide

Journal Publishing

Interested in beginning or reviving a journal, or learning more about being involved in the publication process? Check out the Student Open-Access Journal Guide, available for free online through the UTM Library.

Additional Online Resources

The U of T Writing Advice website features comprehensive writing information (also available in PDF format). Topic areas include: