What to Expect at a Session

Your session with an RWIT tutor is a time to step back and examine your work with a fresh pair of eyes. A tutor can help you in all stages of the composing process, from brainstorming to final revisions. At the beginning of the session, the tutor will get acquainted with your assignment and your work. Please bring a copy of your prompt or assignment to your session. If you are at the brainstorming stage, expect a discussion about the assignment and your initial thoughts. If you have a draft or part of a draft written, expect the tutor to spend a few minutes reading it. For the remainder of the session, your tutor will engage you in dialogue about where and how you might improve your work. Tools such as outlining or reference materials may be used. We respect the privacy of our clients, and sessions will remain confidential.

What We Do

• Assist you in any stage of the composing process.
• Help you organize and structure your ideas, regardless of project topic.
• Concentrate on specific aspects of the project, i.e., argument, cohesion, conclusion.
• Point out recurring spelling or grammar mistakes.

Note:  RWIT tutors are trained as general readers. All tutors are capable of assisting students with projects, papers and assignments in ANY discipline.

What We Don't Do

• Write the paper or do the project for you.
• Direct you on what to write or do.
• Act as proofreaders.
• Guarantee an A on papers or projects.
• Work with take-home exam essays or projects, unless the student has the expressed permission of the instructor to use RWIT services.