Master Academic Writing with Write & Cite®

Too often, faculty spend valuable time reteaching the basics of academic writing and citation, which leaves less time to focus on core course objectives.

Write & Cite is a self-paced online module that teaches academic writing, research, and citation skills in a practical, approachable way. 

From discussion posts to research papers and dissertations, Write & Cite equips learners with the confidence, clarity, and knowledge they need to succeed at every stage of their program. This interactive module ensures consistent writing standards across courses and helps students prepare and be ready to produce their best work.

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Students improve writing knowledge by an average of 42% at the undergraduate level and 39% at the graduate level.

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What Write & Cite® Covers

Write & Cite is organized into eight structured sections, plus pre- and post-tests, guiding learners step-by-step through the academic writing process.

 

SectionKey Skills and Focus Areas
1. What is Academic Writing?Developing and expressing ideas, defining research questions, understanding, and avoiding plagiarism
2. Types of Academic WritingRecognizing the purpose and format of discussion posts, essays, case studies, reports, research papers, theses, and dissertations
3. Information SourcesFinding, evaluating, and integrating credible resources
4. Preparing Papers and AssignmentsOrganizing content, selecting appropriate tone and language, applying grammar best practices
5. Style Guidelines for PapersFormatting academic papers in APA, MLA, or CMOS style
6. In-text CitationsCreating accurate citations in the chosen documentation style
7. ReferencesBuilding complete, correctly formatted reference lists
8. Perfecting Your WorkProofreading, using feedback, refining clarity, and structure

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Proven Results for Institutions and Learners

Write & Cite® guides students to see writing as an approachable, structured process. Institutions have seen measurable improvements in writing quality and student confidence.

  • Receive higher-quality student writing from day one
  • Reduce time spent reteaching citation rules
  • Promote academic integrity and meet accreditation requirements
  • Integrate seamlessly with your LMS or a custom microsite
See the Evidence
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Fully Contained and Measurable

Write & Cite® includes built-in pre- and post-assessments to measure student progress and mastery of key writing concepts. Section quizzes and interactive exercises reinforce learning.

Faculty and administrators can easily track individual and cohort performance through detailed reports that include:

  • Pre-test and post-test scores
  • Section-level scores
  • Percentage change in knowledge
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"Finding ways to meet the individual needs of our diverse student body has been challenging as our MBA learners come from many disciplines (mostly non-business) and have vastly different familiarity with formal writing. Students struggle with the basics of APA formatting and research, and [Write & Cite] provides them with an easily accessible tool for reference and improvement."

— Elizabeth H. Jones, PhD, PennWest University

Frequently Asked Questions

We’ll Guide You Every Step of the Way

We take a consultative approach to ensure long-term sustainability and success. Before implementation begins, our team meets with you to understand your program and provide recommendations for alignment and integration. From planning to reporting, we support your faculty, administrators, and leadership every step of the way.

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