Here is a set of comments I use frequently when giving feedback to students. It's designed for EFL writers with an English level equivalent to IELTS 5.5 or above. The links are to sites I regularly use in teaching, and the recommended books are available in my university library. Feel free to adapt according to your students' level, needs and available resources. There are different ways you could exploit the comments set: 1. (on paper) as a cover sheet when returning written work. 2. (in Microsoft Word) as the basis for creating AutoText entries, which you can quickly insert into Comments when reviewing electronic copies of your students' work. 3. (in Turnitin) as the basis for creating a QuickMark set in GradeMark. I've appended the .qms file so if you're already a Grademark user you can download then import it into your own Quickmark library and modify as appropriate.

This is a PowerPoint presentation and handout on writing an academic book review. It has been developed for use with postgraduate students undertaking research training.

A checklist/reflective task for individual or class use of steps and procedures for student writers to follow to ensure good academic writing

These materials offer an introduction to preparing for and giving an academic presentation. They are designed for postgraduate international students, specifically in applied linguistics/ELT, although they could also be used with undergraduate students. The materials consist of a handout, and an accompanying PowerPoint.

These materials offer an overview of essay structure and the essay writing process. They are designed for postgraduate international students, specifically in applied linguistics/ELT, although they could also be used with undergraduate students. The materials consist of a handout, an accompanying PowerPoint, two sample essays and teacher’s notes with suggested activities.

A PowerPoint show explaining the basics of academic writing, with some assessment specific information.

Worksheet on what to include in academic essay introductions for English literature with examples and answers.

A short video demonstrating the use of the Turn It In (JISC) source matching service to detect cases of plagiarism. Originally created for University of Warwick academics. It is relevant to anyone using Turn It In (using its web interface), or considering tools to assist in plagiarism detection. It was originally shown to students as a deterrent. The video was created using Screenflow on an iMac.