StudiOS

##A Fishy Beginning (enchant: ?clue, (text-colour: #99ccff) + (text-style:'bold') + (text-style: 'italic')) (set: $slowTransition to (transition:"pulse") + (transition-time: 2s)) $slowTransition[#Fszzzap!] It feels like you've just been plunged into a giant soda pop and then blow-dried like a longhaired sheepdog at a grooming parlor. How odd. As your senses adjust back to normal, you start to realize something strange: you're not in front of a screen anymore. [You sense that this other world holds the answers to many questions.]<clue| You see a hexagonal room with a spiral staircase running up through the floor. The staircase is surrounded by a column of glowing water inhabited by a very wise-looking mackerel fish. [[▸ Talk to the Fish|Fish Start]] [[▸ Don't talk to the Fish|Fish Required]] <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Rippling%20Mackerel.gif" alt="A brightly colored fish in rippling water" width=100%>

##It speaks! The Fish of World-Renowned Academic Achievement speaks to you. <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Open%20Mouth.png" alt="A talking fish"> “Are you, a-ha-ha, FISHing for answers? Hmmmm? Ask me what you want to know.” [[▸ "Teach me your secrets!"|Secrets]] [[▸ "Help me get started with an assignment."|Getting Started Workshop]] [[▸ Perform the Dark Ritual to gain access to esoteric subject-specific knowledge. (Contact a librarian)|Summon Librarian]] [[▸ Perform the Slightly-Less-Dark Ritual to Summon a Studio Assistant.|Summon SA]] [[▸ Send a draft through the ether for feedback|Draft]] [[▸ "Who are you and why am I here?"|About]] ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start]]]<nav|

##Secrets The fish blinks at you. "What kind of secrets?" <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Question.png" alt="A fish with a question mark above its head"> [[▸ How to Write Anything|Write]] [[▸ How to Navigate through the Ocean of Research|Research]] [[▸ How to Read at the Speed of Light|Reading Concepts]] [[▸ How to Lead Group Members to Victory|Group]] ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Summoning a librarian <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Open%20Mouth.png" alt="A talking fish"> "So...you wish to summon a Librarian? [[Studio Assistants|Summon SA]] are easiest to summon, but Librarians have the power to reveal hidden knowledge. What kind of librarian could best answer your question?" |== <a href="https://library.wwu.edu/staffdirectory/librarians-by-team/1" target="_blank">...a Psychic Librarian!</a> Art (Studio, History, Education) Dance Design Theatre Arts Center for East Asian Studies Communication English History Institute for Global Engagement Journalism Global Humanities & Religions Modern & Classical Languages Philosophy Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Fairhaven College American Cultural Studies Center for Law, Diversity, and Justice The Ray Wolpow Institute for the Study of the Holocaust, Genocide, and Crimes Against Humanity ==|== <a href="https://library.wwu.edu/staffdirectory/librarians-by-team/2" target="_blank">...a Telekinetic Librarian!</a> Huxley College Psychology Behavioral Neurosciences Institute for Energy Studies College of Science & Engineering AMSEC SMATE ==| <a href="https://library.wwu.edu/staffdirectory/librarians-by-team/3" target="_blank">...a Clairvoyant Librarian!</a> Anthropology College of Business & Economics Communication Sciences and Disorders Health & Human Development Linguistics Political Science Sociology Woodring Health & Community Studies / Woodring Adult & Higher Education; Human Services Rehabilitation Counseling Nursing FYE Programs Karen Morse Leadership Institute Intensive English Programs Canadian Studies |==| ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Summoning a Studio Assistant "Aha, so you wish to summon a Studio Assistant? They are a friendly bunch, though you can only call them forth from the otherworld between certain <a href="http://www.wwu.edu/rws" target="_blank">hours</a> and during certain phases of the moon." =><= <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Bubbles.png" alt="A fish with bubbles rising above it"> =><= # ⦾ Cast a magic circle to summon a studio assistant through [[Zoom]]. =><= # ⎊ Cast a magic triangle to summon a studio assistant by [[chat interface|Chat]]. =><= # 📱 Send a magic text into the void at **360-797-5910** and see what the void sends back. (Text a question) #📜 [[Send a draft instead.|Draft]] #🍪 [[Partner with a Studio Assistant for the entire quarter instead|Partner]] ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|S

##The Twisty Path of Writing "To write, you must be prepared to traverse paths that wind and loop through space and time, speaking your story in new ways until it is heard by all and woven into the fabric of the universe...which, incidentally, is super soft and has a very high threadcount!" <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Grin.png" alt="A fish with a big grin on its face"> [[▸ "I haven't gotten very far yet."|Beginning]] [[▸ "I'm somewhere in the middle."|Middle]] [[▸ "I'm somewhere near the end."|End]] [[▸ "I'm already finished!"|Project Complete]] [["Nope, not gonna happen, Fish-Face!"|Insult Fish]] ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##The Research Conversation "Researching is the art of listening carefully to what other people are saying about something and then adding your own ideas to that conversation." "The reason it can be challenging is because there are so many people saying so many different things!" <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Question.png" alt="A fish with a question mark above its head"> Are you... [[▸ Choosing a topic to research?|Topic]] [[▸ Finding sources to use?|Finding Sources]] [[▸ Learning how to use the library?|Use Library]] [[▸ Evaluating how reliable or useful a source is?|Evaluate]] [[▸ Keeping track of your research and citations to avoid a headache later?|Rsch Mgmt]] [[▸ Starting to turn your research into writing?|Middle]] ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Group work: It doesn't have to be terrible "On top of the difficulty of creating something complicated together, any group is very likely to experience social challenges and schedule conflicts. But there's still hope." <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Bubbles.png" alt="A fish with bubbles rising above it"> "How is your group's project going so far?" ###"Not sure, we're just starting out" Then it's a great time to [[solve problems before they happen.|Group Planning Template]]. Seriously. Do it now and save yourselves hours of headache. ###"Our group isn't working well together" Here are a few ways you might be able to [[resolve some issues together|Group Conflict]] if you didn't get to plan ahead for challenges. ###"Our group is fine, but our project is really disjointed." Nice! Try [[these strategies|Group Writing]] for unifying the different parts of your group project. ###"Actually, it's great!" Well then, glad to hear you're living the dream! ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

Strategies for talking to a professor about issues

##You //think// you know how to read //...but you might only know how to read in one or two ways// <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Magic%20Eye.png" alt="A fish staring at you with a magic glowing eye"> What if I told you that spending 30 minutes learning to vary your reading approach could save you countless hours of reading in the future? Not the so-called "speed reading" techniques of scammers who want your money, but a genuine real-world reading panacea. Most people believe that the size and difficulty of a text determines how long they have to spend reading it. **LIES!** Shall I tell you the secret? **YOU** control the text, the text doesn't control you. <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-5-32_99yHgzkCDshvWYfloX65Ymi83P/view"> ###Read faster, Remember More, Understand Better <img src="https://library.wwu.edu/files/StrategicReading_thumbnail.png"></a> This makes for a good introduction, but to really get the hang of reading faster it helps to practice with a human. Tell me more about reading [[Reading Concepts]] ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Brainstorming: The Storm in your Brain "What you want to say can be found somewhere between yourself and the world - it is the horizon line between the sum of your life so far and the mysteries that you don't know or can't know." <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Magic%20Eye.png" alt="A fish staring at you with a magic glowing eye"> [[That's, uh...nice...but can you be more specific?|Brainstorming Strategies]] ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Brainstorming Ideas The fish gets agitated and swims back and forth. <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Swimming%20Mackerel.png" alt="A fish swimming" width=100%> "What, now you want specifics? I'm a magical fish of wisdom, I speak only in vague platitudes! Hmph. Well if you insist, I'll have my acolyte Heather explain in words that mortals like you can understand." <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/1njeiPvtaD4" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##You have insulted the Mackerel of Wisdom How rude! <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Angry.png" alt="An annoyed-looking fish"> If you really don't like me, you can submit a complaint using the link below. [[Submit a complaint|Feedback Form]] ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##A Little Introduction Who am I? I am the Hacherl Studio Mackerel. I was born out of the collective wisdom of many students, studio assistants, staff, and faculty. My purpose is to act as a guide for mortals traversing the watery ocean world of WWU and help ensure they reach their chosen destination. <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Swimming%20Mackerel.png" alt="A fish swimming" width=100%> [[Wow, I never thought I could love a fish so much!|Fish Love]] [[You stink, fish!|Insult Fish]] ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Sending a Draft for Feedback "Great! Send your draft and you can expect to hear back from a Studio Assistant in the next two days. If you need to hear back sooner, you can [[choose something else.|Summon SA]]." <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Closed%20Mouth%20B.png" alt="A fish with a gleam in its eye"> ###How it Works <iframe width=560 height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZkQWhrPKuoQ" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> ###Submit Your Draft Here <iframe width=100% height="800" src="https://askus.library.wwu.edu/widget_standalone.php?la_widget_id=13487"></iframe> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Compelled You try not to talk to the fish, but an unseen force compels you. You feel you should--no--you MUST talk to the fish! <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Magic%20Eye.png" alt="A fish staring at you with a magic glowing eye"> [[Talk to the Fish|Fish Start]] [[Resist the urge!|Fish Required]]

##Luring a Studio Partner with Cookies 🍪🍪🍪🍪🍪 "If you give them one of these cookies, a Studio Assistant will stay with you for the entire quarter and help you work towards a big goal." <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Grin.png" alt="A fish with a big grin on its face"> "Deploy these tempting, fresh oven-baked cookies using the form below." <iframe src="https://library.wwu.edu/rws/forms/studio-partner" height=500 width=100%></iframe> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Snowglobes You arrive in a round room. At the center is a platform with...snowglobes? Yes, there are snowglobes, and each one has a label. Shake the Tutoring Center Snowglobe Shake the Hacherl Research & Writing Studio Snowglobe Shake the Disability Access Center Snowglobe Shake the Student Tech Center Snowglobe Shake the Digital Media Center Snowglobe Shake the Mystery Snowglobe [[Use a baseball bat to break one of the snowglobes instead|Break Snowglobes]] ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

Yes, this is the internet, where you can smash digital snowglobes with no repercussions. Go for it! Which bat will you use? The Vampire Bat The Wom-Bat The Regular Bat

##The Beginning of the Twisty Writing Path "Even if you haven't written anything yet, there's lots of strategies to make it easier to start! <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Question.png" alt="A fish with a question mark above its head"> Are you... [[Trying to understand the assignment?|Analyze]] [[Brainstorming ideas?|Brainstorming]] [[Choosing a topic?|Topic]] [[Choosing a research question?|Inquiry Question]] [[Developing a thesis statement?|Thesis Statement]] [[Procrastinating?|Procrastinating]] ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##The Middle of the Twisty Writing Path "Ooh, the middle. Very twisty indeed." <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Question.png" alt="A fish with a question mark above its head"> Are you trying to... [[Research your topic?|Research]] [[Improve your research question or thesis statement?|Revise IQ]] [[Construct an argument?|Argument]] [[Organize your ideas?|Organize]] [[Get more words on the page?|Drafting]] [[Create an intro and conclusion?|Intro and Conclusion]] ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Nearing the End of the Twisty Writing Path <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Question.png" alt="A fish with a question mark above its head"> "The end approaches! Be sure to save yourself time by revising before editing. Are you trying to..." [[Revise big things like organization and clarity?|Revising]] [[Edit small things like punctuation and grammar?|Edit]] [[Work on formatting and citing sources?|Citation Styles]] ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Understanding assignment guidelines The fish rolls its eyes and sighs with exasperation...but not at you. "Assignment guidelines are a struggle," it says. <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Thinking.png" alt="A fish looking up"> "Many assignments aren't written very clearly, or are just too complex to understand immediately. Here's how to make sense of your assignment anyway." <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/KsbEoNF0dGs" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Fearlessly choosing a topic <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Open%20Mouth.png" alt="A talking fish"> "Choosing a topic makes a lot of people nervous. How do you know if your topic is the right one? It's really a process of small repeated experiments." "Quickly try out one topic, then another, until you find the one that really starts working." <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/EP0J193gxJE" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##What on earth is an inquiry question? <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Question.png" alt="A fish with a question mark above its head"> An (text-style: "bold")[inquiry question] is the central question you're asking about your [[topic->Topic]], and it will probably evolve over time. * Your entire project or essay is an answer to the inquiry question. * Your [[thesis statement->Thesis Statement]] is a clear, summarized answer to the inquiry question. ###Drafting an Inquiry Question Designing a question that will lead you to a meaningful answer. <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/uN6kURABs6Y" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> ###Testing Your Question Find out if the question you drafted is ready to start researching with, or if it needs more adjustments to be useful. <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/emhlGL95_ww" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##The Fascination of Procrastination The fish does a little loop in the water. <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Swimming%20Mackerel.png" alt="A fish swimming" width=100%> "Chronic procrastination affects most people, and it's not because they are somehow lazy. Which of these sounds most like you?" [[I'm not motivated to do this assignment|Not Motivated]] [[I want to do it but I'm too anxious about it|Anxious]] [[I have too much to do|So much to do]] [[I don't really know why I'm procrastinating, are you sure I'm not just lazy?|Not Lazy]] ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Not Motivated "Motivation can be mysterious. It tends to come when we are doing something we think is meaningful and is within our ability to do. If we think it's beyond our ability, it's easy to lose motivation. Then the trick is to figure out if that's true or not." <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Open%20Mouth.png" alt="A talking fish"> "Here are some questions you can ask yourself to poinpoint what might be missing. Most of them are challenging to think about, so think through with another person if you need to." 1. Do you morally object to the assignment? ** If so, you'll probably need to choose if you want to do it anyway, ask for it to be changed, or not do it. 2. Does the assignment seem boring? ** If it does, you can either decide not to do it, or to try to connect it to something you care about. ** Or, proposing an alternative topic or assignment to your professor can be a really good solution. 4. Do you have [[more important priorities|So much to do]]? 5. Do you think it's too difficult to have a chance of succeeding? ** This is possible, but most of the time there are ways to succeed with the right support. If you haven't tried asking others for assistance yet, see if there are people who can help you transform the project into doable steps. *** You could ask a [[Studio Assistant|Summon SA]] or [[Librarian|Summon Librarian]] for advice *** You could work with a [[Studio Partner|Partner]] throughout the quarter ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Anxious "Sorry you're feeling anxious. It's really common, but never easy." <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Closed%20Mouth%20B.png" alt="A fish who looks sympathetic"> If the assignment is causing anxiety for you, try to decide if it's a level of anxiety that you can probably overcome, or if it's too high to realistically overcome at this point in your life. [[I think I can do something about it|Manageable Anxiety]] [[I think it's more than I can handle right now|Unmanageable Anxiety]] ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##So much to do "There's no easy answer when you just have too many things to do -- you'll have to step back and decide what matters most to you." <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Closed%20Mouth%20B.png" alt="A fish with a gleam in its eye"> "It's usually easier to do this with another person to bounce ideas off of. Try [[chatting|Chat]] with a Studio Assistant or a Librarian!" ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##"Lazy" doesn't exist "Yes, 'lazy' is a myth that's used to shame people." <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Bubbles.png" alt="A fish with bubbles rising above it"> "Procrastination is actually caused by real barriers and challenges, even if they are really hard to identify. You are not lazy." ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Manageable Anxiety <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Open%20Mouth.png" alt="A talking fish"> "If you feel like you can probably manage this anxiety, you might benefit from using some of these strategies frequently during your assignment:" ### Identify the smallest, easiest thing you could possibly do and only do that ** Example: Open your textbook, put it on the desk, and walk away. The more you do these silly small things, the more likely you might start to feel ready to do more. ### Move around ** Walk, run, dance, stretch, or do something else to help get rid of the physical energy of anxiety. ** Singing and humming are also excellent choices! ### Work alongside someone else ** [[Studio assistants|Summon SA]] are available to hang out quietly beside you while you're working (even online), or to talk to when you're stuck. ### Use mindfulness strategies if they feel right for you ** People respond very differently to different mindfulness strategies. You might benefit from using some mindfulness strategies when anxiety kicks in, but if something doesn't help or makes you more anxious, stop! It might take some research and experimenting to find a mindfulness strategy that suits you. ### Link the anxious task to a relaxing task ** For example, you could play 15 minutes of a simple (and not too addictive) game for every 45 minutes of work on the assignment. ** It's even more helpful if you use the same device for both tasks. ** Here are two options: <a href="http://bongo.cat" target="_blank">#1</a>, <a href="http://weavesilk.com" target="_blank">#2</a> ### Experiment with some Digital Tools ** Sometimes using different tools can change our experience of a problem. There might be some that can help! "Experiment to find which of these work well for you, and then try to create your own best-fit methods! Go easy on yourself though if the anxiety becomes [[unmanageable|Unmanageable Anxiety]]." ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Too much anxiety "Oh no, that is so hard. The only sure thing I can say is that like all things, even anxiety won't last forever. I'm just an internet fish, but I'm here with you as long as you want me to stay." <3 <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Proud.png" alt="A fish whose eyes are watering with two hearts floating above its head"> "Is there anything I can do that would be helpful right now?" [[Distract me|Distract]] [[Get me a human to talk to|Talk to a Human]] [[Nothing right now|Anxious Just Listen]] ###If it's an emergency, here are resources you can access 24 hours a day. * Emergency Help at WWU ** Counseling Center: 360-650-3164, for help after-hours select “option 1” ** Student Health Center: 360-650-3400 * Help in the Community ** Community Crisis Line: 1-800-584-3578 * National Resources ** Crisis Text Line: 741741 ** Nacional Prevencion del Suicidio: 1-888- 628-9454 ** National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 *** Veterans Line: select “option 1” or text 838255 ** Trevor Project (LGBTQ): 1-866-488-7386 ** Trans Lifeline: 1-877-565-8860 ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Revising your Inquiry Question <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Open%20Mouth.png" alt="A talking fish"> "It's usually important for your [[Inquiry Question]] to grow and become more complex as you [[learn more about your topic.|Research]]" ###Revise Your Question <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/_iHVfeGzVtI" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> You might also be ready to [[revise your thesis statement|Revise Thesis]] ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##An Articulate Argument <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Bubbles.png" alt="A fish with bubbles rising above it"> If you're making an argument, you'll probably want to use each of these strategies: ===|=== 1. [[Identify Patterns|What is My Argument?]] ** Look for patterns in your research and thinking to discover what you want to argue 2. [[Know Your Moves|Rhet Moves]] ** Use your research to provide "grounding" "countering" and "forwarding" parts of your argument, also known as "Rhetorical Moves" 3. [[Build an Idea Path|Idea Path]] ** Organize an "idea path" to help your readers follow your thinking 4. [[Synthesize around Sub-Claims|Sub-Claims]] ** Weave your evidence from different sources together around "sub-claims" that support your [[main claim|Thesis Statement]] ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Organizing Ideas "Everyone organizes differently, and you might change your approach depending on whether you're just starting or if you're "re" organizing something you already wrote." <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Question.png" alt="A fish with a question mark above its head"> "Where are you at in your process?" [[Just starting|Organizing from Scratch]] [[I already have a partial draft|Organizing from Draft]] ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|Or

##Interesting Intros and Contemplative Conclusions <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Open%20Mouth.png" alt="A talking fish"> "Many people don't write their introduction until they are mostly finished with their paper, and some people try to write their conclusion first and work backwards from there. Don't feel as if you have to do things in 'the right order.' Here are some tips for crafting a great introduction and a thrilling conclusion" ##Introduction <iframe src="https://library.wwu.edu/h5p/embed/16483" width="100%" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe><script src="https://library.wwu.edu/sites/all/modules/h5p/library/js/h5p-resizer.js" charset="UTF-8"></script> ###Conclusion <iframe src="https://library.wwu.edu/h5p/embed/16482" width="667" height="400" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe><script src="https://library.wwu.edu/sites/all/modules/h5p/library/js/h5p-resizer.js" charset="UTF-8"></script> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

## Where will you find sources? <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Question.png" alt="A fish with a question mark above its head"> "Different research requires different types of sources, so knowing where to look will make your life simpler." ###Here are a few general guidelines: * For a short presentation or simple essay, you can probably just [[search the library's catalog|Use Library]] (Also known as OneSearch) * If you're doing a larger research project, you should use [[specialized databases|Databases]] for your subject. * You might want to consider interviewing experts, elders, or other individuals who have first-hand experience of the topic you're researching. ** This type of research is often left out in academic settings, but is very important if you're trying to create something to have a meaningful impact in the "real" world. * You might also need to learn how to "interview yourself" to discover what you think after you've gathered information from outside sources. You are a source too! ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Finding things in the Library <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Bubbles.png" alt="A fish with bubbles rising above it"> "Did you know library catalogs used to be stuck in drawers and you'd have to search through by hand? Luckily these days, no matter what resource you need to find, you'll always start by searching the online catalog." ###Finding digital materials eBooks, journal articles, newspapers, streaming video and more! <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/60h4ZKaYShA" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> As you get deeper into your research, you should probably also search within [[specialized databases|Databases]] ###Finding physical materials Books, DVDs, and anything else that can collect dust! <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/9CjJX8MR8qs" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> Most university libraries like ours use the Library of Congress system to classify and organize materials. It is a little different than the Dewey Decimal system you might have seen before. ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Which Sources Are Okay to Use for your Project? <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel %20Circle%20Open%20Mouth.png" alt="A talking fish"> Usually academic projects require you to use formal academic sources, but there are some exceptions. Also, not all formal academic sources are reliable! We have two things you can do to get a handle on source evaluation. ###1. Reading & Evaluating Sources This video explains the basics of getting to know your sources. <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Y1lxYjan_kc" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> ###2. Try the Quick & Dirty Source Evaluation worksheet <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mOKkXZf8UwtR6Qp97aOsO32pmHKJZOTni2pd6DQKi4I/edit?usp=sharing">This easy set of questions</a> will help you figure out if the source you found is reliable enough to use. **Tip:** Follow the money! Always know how the author is getting paid, and who is paying them. //Example: An author being paid by a fast food chain is probably going to write only good things about fast food and ignore or downplay the bad.// Sometimes, you'll use sources even though they are unreliable on their own! Find out more about [[informal and unreliable sources]]. ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

#Research Management <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Open%20Mouth.png" alt="A talking fish"> "While you research, you need a way to keep track of where each fact you find comes from. Tracking as you go will save you hours of frustration later." "You can either keep meticulous notes, or use the free open-source software program Zotero. We strongly recommend Zotero for any project larger than 1 or 2 pages. We guarantee you won't regret it." ## Why is Zotero so overwhelmingly great? * Automatically saves and organizes research articles and websites you find on the internet * Keeps track of citation information and notes you take * Automatically creates your bibliography (you just need to make a few tweaks at the end) * Makes it easy to share research for a group project [[My project is small, I'll do it myself.|Tracking Research]] [[Yes, Zotero for me please!|Zotero]] ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Revising Means "See Again" Revising is when you are re-examining the ideas in your project. It often involves re-organizing, re-writing, and re-considering! <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Bubbles.png" alt="A fish with bubbles rising above it"> What are you focusing on? [["Flow" of ideas from paragraph to paragraph (Transitions)|Transitions]] [["Flow" of words and sentences (Sentence structure, voice & variety)|Sentence Structure]] [[Making a stronger argument|Argument]] [[Organizing my ideas more effectively|Organizing from Draft]] ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Editing <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Open%20Mouth.png" alt="A talking fish"> "Editing is when you are changing the small details and formatting of your project. <a href="https://library.wwu.edu/lit/proofreading-editing" target="_blank">LIT Proofreading & Editing</a> has our best resources for editing your writing." ###Wait to edit! Don't edit until you know you're done revising, or you'll end up having to spend time re-editing and editing writing you may not use. ###Know that there isn't one right way to use words and language. * You should decide how to write depending on what you value and what you want to accomplish. * Even if someone tells you that you have to follow certain rules or guidelines, all these things are "socially constructed" -- language and style changes depending on what people in a certain group value, and values are often in conflict. Be aware that power and language use are closely intertwined. ** So for example, if someone tells you that you can't start sentences with "But," understand that that is a value they are asking you to agree with. The difference between "formal" and "informal" is who's judging you. ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Citations --- no one really memorizes all this stuff The fish gives you a knowing look. <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Thinking.png" alt="A fish looking up as if it is thinking about something"> "The most important citation skill isn't knowing how to cite everything, it's knowing *how to find information* about how to cite everything." ### Basic Citation Process 1. Even before properly citing, keep track of exactly where each fact you write about comes from. Always make some kind of note with the author+page/organization+url after every sentence that wasn't your very own brand new idea. 2. Consider using [[Zotero|Zotero]] to gather your research sources and simplify the citation process. 3. Identify the citation style you are using. The most common are APA, MLA, and Chicago. 4. Check to see if there is a document template for your citation style to save hours of formatting. 5. Cite roughly as you go, then polish at the end so that formatting matches the style. 6. To polish, search for citation guide examples for each type of citation you're doing. Here are some <a href="https://libguides.wwu.edu/c.php?g=308303&p=7738720?" target="_blank">recommended resources</a>. ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

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##Unusual Projects Are you doing one of these types of projects? ###Weird Formats [[Research Poster or Presentation|Research Poster]] [[Podcast|Podcast]] ###Specialized Genres [[Literature Review|Lit Review]] [[STEM Writing|STEM]] [[Literary Analysis|Lit Analysis]] [[No, I'm doing something else|Something Else Referral]]

##Research Posters Think of your research poster like a billboard advertising your ideas. You know your poster is good if someone who saw it driving down the highway would pull over to look at it. Get people's attention by choosing focused content, building a visual path for people's eyes to follow, and using good visual design practices ###Research Poster Basics <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/quWKRa2j7qc" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> ###Choosing What Belongs on your Poster <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/KxtzUK8SrTQ" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> ###Visual Design & Printing <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/iXEXd3KowQI" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe>

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##Literature Review = Scholarly Gossip Column ? (not to be confused with a book review)A literature review is your explanation of conversations other people are having together in the world of research. Think of it as a scholarly gossip column where you explore what's hot, what's not, what people disagree about, and what people agree on, and what isn't being talked about. A Literature Review (not a book review) is an essay or part of an essay that explains the research that already exists about your topic. ##Always: * Organizes paragraphs using claims about sources' agreements, disagreements, and gaps, instead of single sources on their own. [[Find out how to synthesize your sources around claims|Sub-Claims]] * Describes patterns and gaps in the existing research ##Sometimes: * Is the first step of a larger project ** Normally you would write a literature review before conducting your own original research project. ***This ensures that your project will add something new to the research conversation instead of duplicating something that has already been done.

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Well, it seems my fishy wisdom isn't enough for your project, but my human friends will be able to figure something out.

##Rhetorical Moves: A Lot More Useful Than They Sound "Put on your thinking hat, rhetorical moves are worth it." <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Grad%20Cap.png" alt="A fish wearing a graduation cap"> * Grounding means using research sources that provide reliable background info for your argument. * Forwarding means building on research sources and taking what they say a step further to support your argument * Countering means contradicting or critiquing research sources that you think made a mistake // Hint: Sometimes people only use grounding and forget to forward or counter. Make sure to include a balance of all three! // // Strategy: Highlight in different colors to make sure you're using all of these "moves" in your writing for the strongest possible argument.// <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/GKdB4sbPqsQ" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Idea Path <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Closed%20Mouth%20B.png" alt="A fish with a gleam in its eye"> "When you have a main-claim or [[thesis|Thesis Statement]] and some [[sub-claims|Sub-Claims]], you'll need to figure out the order you want to present them in. This is called your idea path." * If you did your planning on sticky notes or a mind-map... ** ...now try organizing the most important ideas in a straight line. * If you did your planning by outlining or freewriting... ** ...consider using [[Sticky Note Strategy #1|Organizing from Scratch]] to try out different organizations of your ideas. * If you have a full draft... ** try the [[Skeleton Test Strategy|Skeleton Test]] or [[Sticky Note Strategy #2|Sticky Note Strategy #2]] to see if you need to make any adjustments to your organization or transitions. ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Find your Argument by Noticing Patterns <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Open%20Mouth.png" alt="A talking fish"> If you don't know what you want your argument to be, start by writing down everything you already know or think about the topic. Then, find patterns between those ideas. Here's one way to do it using physical or digital sticky Notes or a mind-map. <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/0rOhmQR2O7U" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Beginning Drafting The fish looks at you mischievously. <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Exclamation.png" alt="A fish with an exclamation mark above its head"> "Some people hate having a blank page with no words on it, but not me! I like to call this 'playtime.'" ###Get creative Even if you're writing about the slow decline of the stapler industry, you'll do best if you can get into a creative mindset. <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/tnmIeAs6Wo8" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> ###Start to Freewrite Having no ideas is the worst. Having even a bunch of dumb ideas written down is, surprisingly, much better. Writing dumb ideas down gets you to your really good ideas a lot faster. <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/1njeiPvtaD4" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> If those strategies don't seem to work, you could try a more logical approach by complexifying your [[inquiry question|Inquiry Question]], or you could get more ideas by beginning to [[research|Research]]. ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Project Complete The fish's eyes somehow start to water, even though it is already underwater. "I'm so proud of you!" <3 <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Proud.png" alt="A fish whose eyes are watering with two hearts floating above its head"> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

## Transition Strategies <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Question.png" alt="A fish with a question mark above its head"> "Does your writing feel disjointed? Try one of these strategies to make smooth transitions from paragraph to paragraph or even sentence to sentence" ###The Known+New Strategy In every transition, connect something your reader already understands to a new piece of information they don't know yet. So, if you've already told your reader that "there are many different kinds of dog breeds," your next transition might be: YES: "Of all the working dog breeds, Australian Shepards are some of the most intelligent." (Known = many breeds, new=australian shepards) NO: "Australian Shepards are intelligent creatures." ###The Repeated Keyword Strategy A quick and easy way to transition between two paragraphs is to identify a keyword or key idea. 1. Look at the last sentence of paragraph A. Write down the most important keyword(s) you see. 2. Look at the first sentence of paragraph B. Write down the most important keyword(s) you see. 3. Compare the keywords from paragraph A and B. Are any of the keywords the same? Are any of the keywords related? If some are the same or related, it will probably be easy for people to follow your transition. If not, it will probably be difficult. 4. Adjust the two sentences in each paragraph so that the same idea occurs in each one a little bit differently ####Repeated Keywords Example Paragraph A ending: "Of all the working dog **breeds**, Australian Shepards are some of the most **intelligent.**" Paragraph: "Regardless of **breed**, each individual dog's **intelligence** can be measured using the time it takes to solve certain puzzles, such as knocking over a cup to get a treat." Repeated keywords: *Breed, intelligence* ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Building sentences "These strategies will help you reduce unnecessary words and make it easier for other people to understand what you are saying. Always helpfuL!" <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Open%20Mouth.png" alt="A talking fish"> ###Active Voice and Lean Sentences <a href="https://library.wwu.edu/lit/drafting-revising/writing-stylistically/leaner-sentences" target="_blank">This strategy</a> focuses on active voice and prepositions. ###Reducing "Fluff" This strategy focuses on getting the right ratio of "meaning" words and "connecting" words. <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/qqc7tmk3_CE" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> ###Sentence Variety <a href="https://library.wwu.edu/lit/drafting-revising/writing-stylistically/sentence-length" target="_blank">This resource</a> explains how to vary your sentence structure so that your readers don't get bored. *Note: these strategies are useful when writing for a western academic non-fiction context. If you're writing for a different context, get to know what stylistic choices are valued in that context!* ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Organizing with Sticky Notes <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Closed%20Mouth%20B.png" alt="A fish with a subtle smile"> "When you're organizing before writing, our number-one favorite strategy to use is the sticky note strategy. Give it a shot!" <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/0rOhmQR2O7U" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Tidying Up Organization "Whew! You have some ideas written down. How's the organization?" <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Question.png" alt="A fish with a question mark above its head"> ###"My draft is a mess." * If you like outlines, try the [[Reverse Outline]] Strategy * If you are more visual or hands-on, try the [[Mind Map]] Strategy or the [[Sticky Note Strategy #2]] ###"Maybe it's fine?" * If you're not sure, try the [[Skeleton Test]]. ###"It's definitely awesome." * Nice! Maybe you're ready for the [[proofreading & editing|Edit]] process? ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Keeping track of your research, old-school. <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel %20Circle%20Open%20Mouth.png" alt="A talking fish"> "So you're not using [[Zotero]], huh? Well, it's your life. To track your research as you go, here's what you need to have to be able to find it again and keep it clear in your notes. If you're not making full citations right away, this is the basic information you will want to have to avoid a headache later. Exclude details at your own peril." ###For all resources * Note the Author and/or Organization that wrote it ** Example: *Lewis, Margaret K.* or *UNICEF* * Note the date of publication or when the website was updated ** Why do this now? Because it helps keep track of "developments" in the topic and ensures you can tell things apart by the same author * Note the journal, newspaper or collection it comes from, if any * Note the page number of ALL quotes and facts you might use, whether you will have to cite the page or not. * If it's a website, copy the url ###If it's something you found in a database or library catalog search you must ALSO... * Copy the **permalink** to the resource ** Be careful! Make sure it is labeled as a "permalink." The link from the web address bar will probably not bring you back to the source you found. [[Ugh, too much work. I want Zotero now.|Zotero]] ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Zotero <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Grin.png" alt="A fish with a big grin on its face"> "Zotero can revolutionize your academic life!" ###Step 1: Download and Install Download it from <a href="http://zotero.org" target="_blank">zotero.org</a>. You'll want the main program and also the Zotero connector web-browser extension. <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/UrmDB6n6DMQ" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> While it's downloading, create your Zotero account. ###Step 2: Practice adding a source from the library's search page The process will be almost exactly the same from any other webpage or source, but trying it on a library resource provides the easiest example of what Zotero can do. <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/0pZ367JThZI" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> ###Step 3 Explore more possibilities! * <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6_fT1U6-6U&list=PLbtWxeRshmzG-Ud_rTI9xAA2HGoa2uf0t&index=12" target="_blank">Generate a Bibliography</a> * <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ld6C8ibzy8&list=PLbtWxeRshmzG-Ud_rTI9xAA2HGoa2uf0t&index=2" target="_blank"> Share your Zotero Library with a Group</a> * Automatically insert an in-text citation in <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w2jqi52sVnQ&list=PLbtWxeRshmzG-Ud_rTI9xAA2HGoa2uf0t&index=11" target="_blank">MS Word</a> or <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ySfPrTyLufA&list=PLbtWxeRshmzG-Ud_rTI9xAA2HGoa2uf0t&index=10" target="_blank">Google Docs</a> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

## Thesis Statement <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Bubbles.png" alt="A fish with bubbles rising above it"> "Your thesis statement sums up the answer to your [[inquiry question->Inquiry Question]] and usually gives a preview of the [[idea path|Idea Path]] you'll use to present your [[argument->Argument]]." "It is usually 1-3 sentences, but could be longer in very complex projects. A thesis statement may also be called a Main Claim, while each supporting idea that builds your argument is known as a [[sub-claim->Argument]]." "There are two common types of thesis statements: deductive and inductive." |== ###Deductive Thesis Statement (text-style:"italic")["Here's what I think. Here's the evidence."] * Most disciplines will expect to see your thesis statement at the very end of your introduction section ** Often in the first or second paragraph * Use this type of thesis statement for your assignments unless you've been given other instructions. Or, talk to your instructor if you want to take a different approach. ==| ###Inductive Thesis Statement (text-style:"italic")["Hmm, X, and Y, and Z are all connected in this way...so I think _____"] * Some disciplines will ask for an inductive thesis statement that appears in your conclusion after you've explored many connected ideas. |==| Next, you might try [[revising your thesis statement|Revise Thesis]]! ##Other writing styles * Different cultures value different ways of communicating ideas * If you are writing in a context outside of North American academia, ask others what is important to do when you write. ** Should you be direct, or slowly reveal your main idea? ** Should you use as few words as possible, or create an artistic experience through your writing? ** How are ideas usually organized? ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Sub-Claims <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Closed%20Mouth%20A.png" alt="A fish"> "Instead of making one paragraph for each research source, organize your paragraphs around ''sub-claims'' that support your main claim. " This is called 'synthesizing' your sources and is REALLY REALLY IMPORTANT in most assignments." <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kuEAMyn05OA" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

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##Take an assignment from 0 to 60 in 20 minutes. The fish nods sagely at you. "Excellent choice," it bubbles. <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Bubbles.png" alt="A fish with bubbles rising above it"> "My friend at the link below is an artificial intelligence who will work with you on an assignment from scratch after you receive a writing prompt." <a href="https://websso.wwu.edu/cas/login?service=https%3A%2F%2Flibrary.wwu.edu%2Fuser%3Fdestination%3Dresearch-writing-workshop%2Fgetting-started">Sign into the AI interface here.</a> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Databases <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Grin.png" alt="A fish with a big grin on its face"> "If Google is like searching the entire ocean, and the [[Library catalog|Use Library]] is like searching a lake, databases are like small islands where researchers gather to host their own crazy parties." <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/LzoHe2a5PRc" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##🦴Perform the Skeleton Test🦴 <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Closed%20Mouth%20B.png" alt="A fish with a subtle smile"> "Does your paper have a working skeleton? It sounds spooky, but the skeleton test will help! Look at the 'skeleton' of your paper to see if your organization will make sense to others." ###Here's how: ==|== 1. Notice: ** Do you put the most important idea of your paragraphs at the beginning, or the end? 2. Copy & Paste: ** If your big ideas are at the beginning, copy the first sentence of each paragraph in order into a separate document. ** If your big ideas are at the end, do the same thing but with the last sentences of every paragraph. ** (If your big ideas are in other places, or scattered around, you might want to consider restructuring your paragraphs to make it easy for your readers.) 3. Read & Check ** Read the sentences you copied. Does this "skeleton" make sense on its own? *** If it doesn't make sense, it means you need to make changes to those sentences and maybe also the organization of your paragraphs. Or, you might need to add additional information to bridge any gaps in the skeleton. *** If it does make sense, it probably means your organization is working well and your argument is clear! ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Recipe for a Reverse Outline "You've probably heard of an outline before, but a reverse outline might become your new favorite." <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Grin.png" alt="A fish with a big grin on its face"> 1. Find your main idea or key question if you already have one (maybe it's in your intro or conclusion). Write it at the top of the outline. 2. In order, summarize the key idea of each paragraph in one sentence each. 3. If your writing is organized by sections, also include the key idea of each section, so that it looks a little like this: * Main Idea/Key Question ** Section A Main Idea *** Paragraph 1 main idea *** Paragraph 2 main idea ** Section B Main Idea *** Paragraph 3 main idea *** Paragraph 4 main idea Now read your outline. Do the ideas support each other? How would you add, subtract, revise or reorganize so that the outline makes sense on its own? Use your findings to decide the next step in your writing process. ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Make a mind map! "It might have been a long time since you pulled out colorful pens, but if you have any you'll want to get them out for this." <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Grin.png" alt="A fish with a big grin on its face"> "This video demonstrates how you can think about the relationship between the sources and ideas in your paper and a mind map to represent them and rework them." <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kuEAMyn05OA" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> If you need more information about claims and sub-claims, try going back to our tips on [[Inquiry Questions|Inquiry Question]]. ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Reorganize Using Sticky Notes <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Open%20Mouth.png" alt="A talking fish"> "If you're a hands-on learner, try using paper or sticky notes to go through this process. Or, you can use an online sticky note tool." ###Using sticky notes to reorganize and revise your project <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/vLW981sg3pM" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Wield the power of the internet: Digital Tools to make life easier <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Grad%20Cap.png" alt=”A fish wearing a graduation cap”> "There are lots of useful academic tools and apps you can find on the internet. If you can imagine it, it probably exists! Here are some Studio favorites to get you started." ###Getting and Staying Focused * Create background sounds for studying or reducing anxiety at <a href="http://mynoise.net" target="_blank">MyNoise.net</a> * Use a <a href="https://pomodoro-tracker.com/" target="_blank">pomodoro timer</a> to help with staying on task, remembering to take breaks, and noticing how much you've accomplished ###Planning and Organizing * Use <a href="https://duckduckgo.com/?q=online+sticky+notes" target="_blank">online sticky notes</a> to map out your ideas * Mind-mapping with <a href="https://www.mindmup.com/" target="_blank">MindMup</a> ###Reading * WWU offers a program you can install for free called <a href="https://disability.wwu.edu/installing-read-and-write/" target="_blank">Read & Write</a>. ** It can read out loud anything on your screen, even from words in an image or a PDF. It can also define words and save them to a vocabulary list for you to study later. ###Drafting * Use <a href="https://writer.bighugelabs.com/welcome" target="_blank">An Online Typewriter</a> for distraction-free drafting * Be rewarded with a picture of a kitten for every 100 words you type at <a href="http://writtenkitten.co/" target="_blank">WrittenKitten</a> * Use <a href="https://www.squibler.io/dangerous-writing-prompt-app" target="_blank">The Most Dangerous Writing Prompt</a> if you want to be forced to keep typing because if you don't write anything for 5 minutes, everything you typed will be deleted! ###Taking a Break Brain and body breaks are important too. * Make music with <a href="http://bongo.cat" target="_blank">Bongo Cat</a> * Make pretty patterns by <a href="http://weavesilk.com" target="_blank">weaving Silk</a> ###Researching * If you've already [[talked to a librarian|Summon Librarian]] and couldn't find the kind of source you needed, one last place to check is <a href="http://archive.org" target="_blank">Archive.org</a>. It is an internet archive and contains a wide variety of digitized books. * Use [[Zotero]] while researching to save and keep track of all your sources, or to organize your group's research ###Editing * Try the <a href="http://www.hemingwayapp.com/" target="_blank">Hemingway App</a> to notice places where you can make your writing clearer and more concise. (But it's not perfect -- always use your own best judgement!) ###Citing * ...did we mention [[Zotero]] can also build your citations and bibliographies for you, better than any internet tool? You'll need to go through it to make small changes, but you'll be 90% done in no time! ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Save time by planning ahead "Most groups experience some type of problem while working together. If you can anticipate those problems, they're much easier to solve!" <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel %20Circle%20Open%20Mouth.png" alt="A talking fish"> **<a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/17kAahDxKtAP3pUP_sbzOYsfEkwAcagOroUnwZsph_d8/edit?usp=sharing">This template</a> can help your group get organized and ready to face any issues that might come up. ** It also helps with planning and scheduling! ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Resolve Group Conflict <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Closed%20Mouth%20A.png" alt="A fish"> "Here are a few strategies for handling times when the group just isn't agreeing about something." ###When disagreeing about how to work together ** Try to identify each group member's strengths. Then figure out how to fairly assign work that matches each person's strengths. ** Consider asking for an outside perspective. A [[Studio assistant|Summon SA]] might be able to provide a different idea that your group can agree on. ** Try using <a href="http://www.liberatingstructures.com/6-making-space-with-triz/" target=_blank>TRIZ</a> to come at the problem from another angle ###When disagreeing about the project content ** See if any of these [[strategies for putting ideas together|Group Writing]] resolves the disagreement ** If you really can't resolve the disagreement, let your professor know what each person's stance is and see if they have any guidance. ###When struggling with group availability ** Find ways for people to participate asynchronously. Create a list of actions and deadlines for each individual person's contributions. *** Make sure everyone knows what will happen if deadlines are missed. **** Will important decisions be made without their input? **** Will you all be giving reviews on each other as group members? ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Strategies for Group Writing <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel %20Circle%20Open%20Mouth.png" alt="A talking fish"> "These strategies can help get your group's ideas all working together in a final draft of your project." ###Making sure each person's writing is on-topic <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/KjaeDz27M_E" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> ###Re-organizing after all parts are drafted <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/_1Sd9_RcObc" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> ###Revising so that the finished product has one coherent "voice" <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/OI7WDVuCDrc" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> ###Proofreading and editing before turning in <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/dGrtmrNacIs" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##How many reading approaches can you use? 📚 <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Bubbles.png" alt="A fish with bubbles rising above it"> =><= #📖 ###Reading to Experience //You probably first learned to read stories in picture books, from start to finish.// **Looks like:** Reading from start to finish, enjoying a story =><= #⏩ ###Reading for Quick Information //Later, in school, you might have learned how to skim quickly to find details.// * **Looks like:** Skimming, using indexes, finding keywords and pictures =><= #🔬 //Or, you might even have learned how to do something called "close-reading" to analyze literature or other complex texts// ###Reading to Analyze **Looks like:** Annotating, highlighting =><= #🏄 ###Reading Dynamically //But I bet that you never learned how to read strategically to accomplish your own goals in the least time possible.// **Looks like:** ???? <==> This one is hard to describe. Some main features are: * Preparing your brain to notice and remember information using environment, goals, and questions * Reading for "structure" first, not meaning ** Identifying the best section to start reading * Switching between all of the above reading styles * Reading "as few words as possible" -- ** Only as much as you care about or will help with your goal Intruiged? <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-5-32_99yHgzkCDshvWYfloX65Ymi83P/view">Here's how you can practice.</a> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Access Zoom! "You can use the Studio's Zoom meeting as a place to get work done. It's like an art or architecture studio where you can get inspired, bounce ideas off someone, or just stay focused and get things done. Show off something you're making or ask for tips any time you get stuck!" <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Open%20Mouth.png" alt="A talking fish"> "The Tutoring Center is always there too, so you can also use it for your Math & Science GUR classes." <iframe src="https://tinyurl.com/studio-tutoring" height=500 width=100%></iframe> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Chat with the Studio "You can leave the chat interface open as long as you want to just stay focused and get things done, to bounce ideas off someone, to show off something you're making, or to ask for tips any time you get stuck." <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Open%20Mouth.png" alt="A talking fish"> "Use the window below to choose a nickname and ask a question, or just say what you're working on right now." <iframe src="https://v2.libanswers.com/chati.php?hash=685984264449a5174e5dd525dd231d3f&referer=https%3A%2F%2Flibrary.wwu.edu%2Frws%2Fconnect&referer_title=RWS%20-%20Connect%20With%20Us%20%7C%20Western%20Libraries" width=100% height=520px></iframe> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

## Distraction "Distractions can be arranged!" <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Magic%20Eye.png" alt="A fish staring at you with a magic glowing eye"> ###Pick your poison: * <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xtW3FYJQN54" target="_blank">Get rickrolled by the Library!</a> * <a href="http://weavesilk.com/" target="_blank">Make pretty art using zero brain power!</a> * <a href="http://bongo.cat" target="_blank">Make music with Bongo Cat!</a> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Talk to a Human "What kind of human do you want to talk to?" <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Question.png" alt="A fish with a question mark above its head"> "The people who work at each place below are friendly and can help you get closer to the right support for you. ***You can talk to anyone listed*** even if you're not sure whether their services are for you!" ###These are all great if you're not sure who to talk to: * Someone who works in the <a href="http://library.wwu.edu" target="_blank">Library</a> (That's us!) ** The Library provides academic support to all students and can also help if you're not sure where else to go. *** Launch [[Chat]] or [[Zoom]] * Someone who works at the [[Disability Access Center|DAC]] ** The DAC can consult about and implement accommodations in your classes. * Someone who works at the [[Student Outreach Services|SOS]] center ** SOS serves first-generation, multicultural and non-traditional students. * Someone who works at the [[Counseling Center]] ** The Counseling Center offers short-term counseling, crisis counseling, support groups, and assistance with referrals to outside care providers. ###Here are some more specialized resources you might prefer to connect with! * Someone who works with [[Veteran Services]] * Someone who works with [[CASAS]] ** CASAS provides confidential support for anyone affected by stalking, sexual & relationship violence or assault. * A <a href="https://pws.wwu.edu/thrive" target="blank">peer-health educator</a> ** Someone who works at <a href="https://pws.wwu.edu/mensresiliency" target="{_blank">Men's Resiliency</a> * Look here for a list of all <a href="https://www.wwu.edu/overview-student-services" target="_blank">WWU Student Services</a> * Look here for all <a href="https://as.wwu.edu/organizations/" target="_blank">WWU Associated Students services</a> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##<3 "Okay, I'll just be here with you." <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Rippling%20Mackerel.gif" alt="A brightly colored fish in rippling water" width=100% height=100%>

##Why thank you! <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Grin.png" alt="A fish with a big grin on its face"> If you're really happy with my fishy work, would you let the Studio know using the form below? <iframe width=100% height="600px" src= "https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=DBRG3G_i70OwrgDyV_R4_8mZHYkjcixNnrMlW_YuKEhUMDJRNUw1U04wM1RITkxSUVdJU1Q0STU5VS4u&embed=true" frameborder= "0" marginwidth= "0" marginheight= "0" style= "border: none; max-width:100%; max-height:100vh" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen> </iframe> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Give feedback about the Mackerel <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mysterious%20Swimming%20Mackerel.png" alt="The silhouette of a swimming fish" width=100%> You can use this form to help the Studio improve this interface so that it can help more students in the future. All questions are optional. Thanks for your thoughts! <iframe width=100% height="600px" src= "https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=DBRG3G_i70OwrgDyV_R4_8mZHYkjcixNnrMlW_YuKEhUMDJRNUw1U04wM1RITkxSUVdJU1Q0STU5VS4u&embed=true" frameborder= "0" marginwidth= "0" marginheight= "0" style= "border: none; max-width:100%; max-height:100vh" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen> </iframe> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Student Outreach Services <a href="https://wp.wwu.edu/sos/" target="_blank">SOS</a> serves first-generation, multicultural and non-traditional students. <img src="https://wp.wwu.edu/sos/files/2020/03/Copy-of-SOS-Remote-Work-Digital-Display.png" alt="SOS Cares" width=80%> <iframe src="https://wp.wwu.edu/sos/ask/" height=700 width=100%></iframe> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##The Disability Access Center The DAC serves students with visible and invisible disabilities. * Call 360.650.3083 or email drsfrontdesk@wwu.edu to ask a question or setup a consultation! * <a href="https://wp.wwu.edu/drs/" target="_blank">View the DAC's Website</a> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##CASAS * CASAS Survivor Advocacy provides confidential support for all identities. * Access the CASAS <a href="https://pws.wwu.edu/consultation-and-sexual-assault-support-casas" target="_blank">website</a> ** Their website explains how to get in contact via phone or email. Don't hesitate to reach out in any way that is safe for you. ** <a href="https://pws.wwu.edu/24hoursupport" target="_blank">Or go here for 24-Hour Support</a> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##The Counseling Center * If you're currently experiencing an urgent psychological concern or crisis, call the 24/7 emergency support line at 360-650-3164. * Explore the Counseling Center <a href="https://counseling.wwu.edu/make-appointment" target="_blank">website</a> * <a href="https://counseling.wwu.edu/make-appointment" target="_blank">Make an Appointment</a> * <a href="https://counseling.wwu.edu/groups" target="_blank">Join a Support Group</a> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Veteran Services * Ask a question by emailing Veteran.Services@wwu.edu or calling (360) 650-3324 * Or, view information and resources on the Veteran Services <a href="https://wp.wwu.edu/veteranservices/" target="_blank">webpage</a> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Revising Your Thesis Statement <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Open%20Mouth.png" alt="A talking fish"> "Your thesis statement usually grows and changes along with your [[inquiry question|Inquiry Question]] as you write and learn more." "Here's a method for helping speed up that evolution process!" ###Enhancing Your Thesis Statement <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/__A-I-Wwb_o" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Back at the beginning The fish of wisdom winks at you. "Still //FISH//ing for answers, eh? Not to worry. As a magic mackerel, I can forgo sleep and stay up until all hours of the night to answer any question that might be haunting your dreams." <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Open%20Mouth.png" alt="A talking fish"> [[▸ "Tell me more of your secrets."|Secrets]] [[▸ "I can't stop procrastinating."|Procrastinating]] [[▸ "Help me get started with an assignment."|Getting Started Workshop]] [[▸ Perform the Dark Ritual to gain access to esoteric subject-specific knowledge. (Contact a librarian)|Summon Librarian]] [[▸ Perform the Slightly-Less-Dark Ritual to Summon a Studio Assistant.|Summon SA]] [[▸ Send a draft through the ether for feedback|Draft]] [[▸ "Actually I'm done working for today. Good night, fish!"|Good Day's Work]] ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start]]]<nav|

##Good Day's Work "That's wonderful! I can't wait to see what you accomplish next." <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Closed%20Mouth%20B.png" alt="A fish with a subtle smile"> ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

##Informal and Unreliable Sources <img src="http://libweb1.library.wwu.edu/elearning/images/HacherlMackerelImages/Mackerel%20Circle%20Bubbles.png" alt="A fish with bubbles rising above it"> "Surprise! Sometimes you'll //need// to use informal sources and unreliable sources for your project. Just be sure you know how and when to do so effectively." ###Times to use informal sources There are times when informal sources can be the MOST reliable sources! For example, you're might get really good information about the experience of caring for an elderly family member from someone's blog post instead of an academic book. You might also choose to do something like interview members of a community, or use a zine or podcast interview as a source. This is especially true for topics that involve unequal power (and really, what topics don't?!). Find the voices of people who might never be included in an academic journal or a literary anthology. ###Times when you'd use unreliable sources? Even if a source is unreliable, you might be critiquing it as part of your project to explain what is wrong with it. But you wouldn't want to use it as evidence by itself. //Example: Don't use a quote from "bringbackprohibition.com" or "alligator-haters.net" as if it were a true fact. It is only good evidence for showing what the people who made the website are thinking.// Sometimes it's hard to tell if a source is reliable or unreliable. When in doubt, ask a [[Studio Assistant|Summon SA]] or a [[Librarian|Summon Librarian]]. ==> (enchant: ?nav, (text-colour: #e0c4ff) + (text-style:'italic')) [(link-undo:"▸ Go Back") [[▸ Start Over|Start Again]]]<nav|

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